Rochester, Minnesota vs. Elgin, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elgin, Illinois is 1.0% cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $99,027 in Elgin, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elgin, Illinois is cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
20% more expensive in Elgin
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Elgin, IL
Compared to Rochester, Elgin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  22.3% higher
  Health
  4.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher

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