Rockford, Illinois vs. South Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Sarasota, Florida is 62.4% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $81,201 in South Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Sarasota, Florida is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
291% more expensive in South Sarasota
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. South Sarasota, FL
Compared to Rockford, South Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  62.4% 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
  17.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  392.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  15.6% higher
  Health
  4.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% higher