Poway, California vs. Rochester Hills, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester Hills, Michigan is 35.6% cheaper than Poway, California.

You would need a salary of $32,218 in Rochester Hills, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Poway, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester Hills, Michigan is cheaper than Poway, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Rochester Hills
than in Poway, California
Poway, CA vs. Rochester Hills, MI
Compared to Poway, Rochester Hills is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.6% 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
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  1.7% lower
  Health
  10.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher