Rockford, Michigan vs. Lake Wales, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Wales, Florida is 17.4% cheaper than Rockford, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $41,321 in Lake Wales, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Wales, Florida is cheaper than Rockford, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Lake Wales
than in Rockford, Michigan
Rockford, MI vs. Lake Wales, FL
Compared to Rockford, Lake Wales is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% lower
      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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% higher
  Commute
  14.4% lower
  Health
  24.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower

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