Oakland, California vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 47.6% cheaper than Oakland, California.

You would need a salary of $26,204 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Rochester
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Oakland, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.6% 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
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% higher
  Commute
  40.9% lower
  Health
  24.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% lower