Rockford, Illinois vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 121.4% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $68,625 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
520% more expensive in Seattle
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Rockford, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  121.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  21.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  711.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.6% lower
  Commute
  66.7% higher
  Health
  16.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.0% higher