Chicago, Illinois vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 13.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,063 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% cheaper in Rochester
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Chicago, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  46.4% lower
  Health
  0.8% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  6.3% lower
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