Rochester, Minnesota vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 13.5% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $454,054 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
90% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Rochester, Philadelphia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  91.0% higher
  Health
  15.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher