Rockford, Illinois vs. Gary, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gary, Indiana is 3.8% cheaper than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $48,087 in Gary, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gary, Indiana is cheaper than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Gary
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Gary, IN
Compared to Rockford, Gary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  14.8% higher
  Health
  11.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.6% higher