Salem, Oregon vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 26.0% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $74,023 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Rockford
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Salem, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.0% 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
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.1% higher
  Commute
  14.2% lower
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower

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