Rocklin, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 22.1% cheaper than Rocklin, California.

You would need a salary of $58,454 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rocklin, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Rocklin, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Chicago
than in Rocklin, California
Rocklin, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Rocklin, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.1% 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
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  34.6% higher
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher