Cost of living in Rockford

Rockford, United States is Very expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1973 for one person and $3991 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Rockford compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Rockford are 38% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Rockford compare to your city?

Rockford is 21% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.

Rent in Rockford is, on average, 15% lower than in Columbus.

What drives the cost of living in Rockford?

Who is Rockford a good fit for?

Rockford is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and transport. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Rockford so expensive?

The cost of living in Rockford is primarily driven by high rent and utility expenses, which significantly impact overall affordability.

Is food expensive in Rockford?

Food prices in Rockford are 26% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall cost of living.

Is public transport affordable in Rockford?

Public transport in Rockford is 28% lower than the European benchmark, making it a more economical option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1973 $
Without Rent
819 $
Rent & Utilities
1153 $
Food
600 $
Transport
54 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3996 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
149.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 15.1 $
Dinner 69.4 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.01 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.99 $
Capuccino 5.07 $
Coke, 330ml 2.05 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.7 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.19 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.17 $
Eggs, 12 pack 1.69 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.94 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 11 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.1 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.05 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.04 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.98 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.84 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.21 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.19 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.82 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.67 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13.9 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.74 $
Cigarette pack 10 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.51 $
Monthly Pass 54.9 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.87 $
Taxi, 8 km 15.6 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 119 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 11.2 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.84 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.73 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.88 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 122 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 187 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 73.9 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 861 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,250 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,343 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,472 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,168 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,169 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,996 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 5.90%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 44.1 $
Cinema, 1 seat 14.1 $
Haircut 24.9 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 92.7 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 53 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 5 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 4,007 $

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Rockford vs Havana (Havana is 48% less expensive) Rockford vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 28% less expensive) Rockford vs Holguin (Holguin is 35% less expensive) Rockford vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 23% less expensive) Rockford vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 47% less expensive) Rockford vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 41% less expensive) Rockford vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 21% less expensive) Rockford vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 21% less expensive) Rockford vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 44% less expensive) Rockford vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 55% less expensive)
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Rockford vs San Jose (San Jose is 37% less expensive) Rockford vs Limon (Limon is 39% less expensive) Rockford vs Liberia (Liberia is 54% less expensive) Rockford vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 38% less expensive) Rockford vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 35% less expensive) Rockford vs Cartago (Cartago is 51% less expensive) Rockford vs Heredia (Heredia is 37% less expensive) Rockford vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 14% less expensive) Rockford vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 34% less expensive)
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Rockford vs Castries (Castries is 41% less expensive) Rockford vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 39% less expensive)
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Rockford vs Kingston (Kingston is 33% less expensive) Rockford vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 60% less expensive) Rockford vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 48% less expensive) Rockford vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 41% less expensive) Rockford vs May Pen (May Pen is 58% less expensive) Rockford vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 50% less expensive) Rockford vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 57% less expensive) Rockford vs Linstead (Linstead is 47% less expensive) Rockford vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 43% less expensive) Rockford vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 42% less expensive)
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Rockford vs St. George's (St. George's is 46% less expensive) Rockford vs Grenville (Grenville is 46% less expensive)
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Rockford vs Roseau (Roseau is 49% less expensive) Rockford vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 42% less expensive)
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Rockford vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 50% less expensive) Rockford vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 49% less expensive)
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Rockford vs Belize City (Belize City is 56% less expensive) Rockford vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 45% less expensive) Rockford vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 63% less expensive) Rockford vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 32% less expensive) Rockford vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 20% less expensive)
Guatemala
Rockford vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 49% less expensive) Rockford vs Mixco (Mixco is 68% less expensive) Rockford vs Coban (Coban is 54% less expensive) Rockford vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 61% less expensive) Rockford vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 54% less expensive) Rockford vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 54% less expensive) Rockford vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 56% less expensive) Rockford vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 56% less expensive) Rockford vs Flores (Flores is 56% less expensive) Rockford vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 60% less expensive)
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Rockford vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 58% less expensive) Rockford vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 47% less expensive) Rockford vs Choloma (Choloma is 70% less expensive) Rockford vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 67% less expensive) Rockford vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 55% less expensive) Rockford vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 56% less expensive) Rockford vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 64% less expensive) Rockford vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 64% less expensive) Rockford vs Yoro (Yoro is 63% less expensive) Rockford vs La Lima (La Lima is 56% less expensive)
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Rockford vs Managua (Managua is 61% less expensive) Rockford vs Leon (Leon is 68% less expensive) Rockford vs Masaya (Masaya is 64% less expensive) Rockford vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 72% less expensive) Rockford vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 68% less expensive) Rockford vs Esteli (Esteli is 70% less expensive) Rockford vs Granada (Granada is 65% less expensive) Rockford vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 77% less expensive) Rockford vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 66% less expensive) Rockford vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 55% less expensive)