Alameda, California vs. Rochester Hills, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester Hills, Michigan is 46.3% cheaper than Alameda, California.

You would need a salary of $26,833 in Rochester Hills, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester Hills, Michigan is cheaper than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Rochester Hills
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. Rochester Hills, MI
Compared to Alameda, Rochester Hills is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.3% 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
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% higher
  Commute
  4.9% lower
  Health
  31.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower