Rochester, Minnesota vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.1% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $31,059 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
86% more expensive in Chicago
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Rochester, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  86.4% higher
  Health
  0.8% lower
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  Personal
  6.8% higher
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