Covington, Kentucky vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 13.5% more expensive than Covington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $56,748 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Covington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is more expensive than Covington, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Rochester
than in Covington, Kentucky
Covington, KY vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Covington, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  22.3% lower
  Health
  18.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% higher