Rochester, Michigan vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 54.5% more expensive than Rochester, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $61,809 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is more expensive than Rochester, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
167% more expensive in Irvine
than in Rochester, Michigan
Rochester, MI vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Rochester, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.5% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  141.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  10.4% lower
  Health
  16.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower