Rochester, Minnesota vs. Spokane, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Spokane, Washington is 6.6% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $122,584 in Spokane, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Spokane, Washington is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Spokane
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Spokane, WA
Compared to Rochester, Spokane is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.6% lower
  Commute
  22.6% higher
  Health
  4.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower