Richmond, Virginia vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 3.7% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $48,127 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Rochester
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Richmond, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  11.0% lower
  Health
  10.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower