Astoria, Oregon vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 9.7% cheaper than Astoria, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $45,166 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Astoria, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Astoria, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Rochester
than in Astoria, Oregon
Astoria, OR vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Astoria, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.7% lower
      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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.8% higher
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher

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