Rockford, Illinois vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 26.3% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $113,628 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
128% more expensive in Tucson
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Rockford, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.3% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  111.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% higher
  Commute
  17.1% higher
  Health
  19.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% higher