Fairhope, Alabama vs. Rochester Hills, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester Hills, Michigan is 9.1% more expensive than Fairhope, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $54,550 in Rochester Hills, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairhope, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester Hills, Michigan is more expensive than Fairhope, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
81% more expensive in Rochester Hills
than in Fairhope, Alabama
Fairhope, AL vs. Rochester Hills, MI
Compared to Fairhope, Rochester Hills is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.1% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  55.9% higher
  Health
  30.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher