Rochester, Michigan vs. Birmingham, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Michigan is 14.2% more expensive than Rochester, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $136,997 in Birmingham, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Michigan is more expensive than Rochester, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Birmingham
than in Rochester, Michigan
Rochester, MI vs. Birmingham, MI
Compared to Rochester, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% higher
      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
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  10.7% lower
  Health
  0.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher