Rochester, Minnesota vs. Simi Valley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Simi Valley, California is 64.1% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $82,054 in Simi Valley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Simi Valley, California is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
158% more expensive in Simi Valley
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Simi Valley, CA
Compared to Rochester, Simi Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  64.1% 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
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  151.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  48.5% higher
  Health
  20.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher