Washington, District of Columbia vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 49.7% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $25,166 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Rockford
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Washington, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.7% 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
  21.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% lower
  Commute
  39.0% lower
  Health
  10.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% lower