Cost of Living Calculator - Elk Grove, California vs Rochester, Minnesota


The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 32.4% cheaper than Elk Grove, California.

You would need a salary of $50,714 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Elk Grove, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Elk Grove, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Rochester
than in Elk Grove, California
Elk Grove, CA vs Rochester, MN
Compared to Elk Grove, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.4% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% higher
  Commute
  42.0% lower
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower

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