Rockford, Illinois vs. Lakeland, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakeland, Florida is 16.5% more expensive than Rockford, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $58,245 in Lakeland, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakeland, Florida is more expensive than Rockford, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
112% more expensive in Lakeland
than in Rockford, Illinois
Rockford, IL vs. Lakeland, FL
Compared to Rockford, Lakeland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.5% 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
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  2.5% higher
  Health
  4.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher