Rochester, Minnesota vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 135.6% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $285,037 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
422% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Rochester, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  135.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  405.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  30.6% higher
  Health
  27.6% higher
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  Personal
  2.0% higher
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