Springfield, Illinois vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 0.5% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $100,531 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
17% more expensive in Rockford
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Springfield, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.5% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher