Rochester, Minnesota vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 11.2% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $140,166 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Sarasota
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Rochester, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  22.3% higher
  Health
  14.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher