Rocklin, California vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 45.0% cheaper than Rocklin, California.

You would need a salary of $28,879 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rocklin, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Rocklin, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Rockford
than in Rocklin, California
Rocklin, CA vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Rocklin, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.0% 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
  16.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  19.8% lower
  Health
  3.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% lower