Madison, Wisconsin vs. Rochester, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Michigan is 15.6% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $86,688 in Rochester, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Michigan is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Rochester
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Rochester, MI
Compared to Madison, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.6% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% lower
  Commute
  44.4% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher

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