Waterloo, Iowa vs. Rockford, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockford, Illinois is 5.3% more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $94,750 in Rockford, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockford, Illinois is more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Rockford
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs. Rockford, IL
Compared to Waterloo, Rockford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  28.3% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower