Tacoma, Washington vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 35.8% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $40,469 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Rockford
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Tacoma, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% 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
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  46.3% higher
  Commute
  30.8% lower
  Health
  19.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.8% lower

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