Arlington, Massachusetts vs. Rochester, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Michigan is 31.5% cheaper than Arlington, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $123,224 in Rochester, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Michigan is cheaper than Arlington, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Rochester
than in Arlington, Massachusetts
Arlington, MA vs. Rochester, MI
Compared to Arlington, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% 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
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  18.2% higher
  Health
  10.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% lower