Rochester, Michigan vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 7.3% cheaper than Rochester, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $69,561 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Rochester, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Rochester, Michigan
Rochester, MI vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Rochester, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  15.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower