Harlingen, Texas vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 30.8% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $98,126 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Rochester
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Harlingen, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.8% 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
  11.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  1.9% higher
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  31.7% higher