Pleasanton, California vs. Rochester, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Michigan is 48.8% cheaper than Pleasanton, California.

You would need a salary of $99,843 in Rochester, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Pleasanton, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Michigan is cheaper than Pleasanton, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Rochester
than in Pleasanton, California
Pleasanton, CA vs. Rochester, MI
Compared to Pleasanton, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.8% 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
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% lower
  Commute
  0.1% lower
  Health
  31.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower