Carmichael, California vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 29.2% cheaper than Carmichael, California.

You would need a salary of $53,120 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Carmichael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Carmichael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Rochester
than in Carmichael, California
Carmichael, CA vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Carmichael, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% higher
  Commute
  38.7% lower
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower