Somerset, Kentucky vs. Rock Island, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rock Island, Illinois is 7.1% cheaper than Somerset, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $28,806 in Rock Island, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Somerset, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rock Island, Illinois is cheaper than Somerset, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Rock Island
than in Somerset, Kentucky
Somerset, KY vs. Rock Island, IL
Compared to Somerset, Rock Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  15.5% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher