Rochester, Minnesota vs. Potsdam, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Potsdam, New York is 16.8% cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $41,622 in Potsdam, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Potsdam, New York is cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Potsdam
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Potsdam, NY
Compared to Rochester, Potsdam is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.8% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  5.7% lower
  Health
  23.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower