Cost of Living Calculator - Springfield, Massachusetts vs Rockford, Illinois


The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 17.7% cheaper than Springfield, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $61,726 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Springfield, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Rockford
than in Springfield, Massachusetts
Springfield, MA vs Rockford, IL
Compared to Springfield, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% 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
  13.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% lower
  Commute
  11.7% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower

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