Rockford, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Rockford, Michigan?
$5,670 / month
for a family, 5.0% more expensive than the national average A total of $68,040 for the year for a family.
$3,667 / month
for a single person, 23.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $44,000 for the year for a single person.

Rockford cost of living score
94.5
Less expensive
5.5% lower
than the US average
3.3% higher
than the Michigan average
Rockford, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 94.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.5% lower than the U.S. average and 3.3% lower than the average for Michigan.

Rockford, MI

Housing costs in Rockford?
A typical home costs $355,800, which is 5.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 62.7% more expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Rockford costs $1,330 per month, which is 7.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 17.3% more than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Rockford?
To live comfortably in Rockford, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $68,040 for a family, and $44,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Rockford?
Rockford, MI is known for its low cost of living. The median home price in Rockford is $211,000, which is much lower than the statewide median of $220,000. Renters will also benefit from the low costs; a two-bedroom apartment averages around $700 per month. Utility bills are also quite affordable in Rockford, with electricity costing an average of 8 cents per kWh and natural gas at an average of $16 per mcf. Additionally, the sales tax rate is 6%, one of the lowest in Michigan. All these factors combined make Rockford an attractive place to live for those with a tight budget.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesRockfordMichiganUnited States
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    Unlock$218,700$338,100
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Reviews for Rockford
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Rockford is the ideal community for just outside of the Grand Rapids city. Outstanding schools, kind people, and a sweet downtown. There are beautiful neighborhoods  More

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Over 13 years ago

I've lived here for 15 years and love it. I have raised three children in the schools here and they are among the best in the state. All the schools are blue ribbon  More

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Over 18 years ago

I love living in Rockford, it's small, quiet and close to every thing you need (Grand Rapids). I am planning to move to Melbourne, Florida within the next couple months,  More

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