Rochester, New York vs. Ann Arbor, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ann Arbor, Michigan is 33.1% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $55,403 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ann Arbor, Michigan is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
247% more expensive in Ann Arbor
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Ann Arbor, MI
Compared to Rochester, Ann Arbor is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% 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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  405.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  10.5% higher
  Health
  24.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% lower