Monroe, Washington vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 29.8% cheaper than Monroe, Washington.

You would need a salary of $35,118 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Monroe, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Rochester
than in Monroe, Washington
Monroe, WA vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Monroe, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  37.9% higher
  Commute
  35.3% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower