Rochester Hills, Michigan vs. Torrance, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Torrance, California is 66.7% more expensive than Rochester Hills, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $181,731 in Torrance, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester Hills, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Torrance, California is more expensive than Rochester Hills, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
155% more expensive in Torrance
than in Rochester Hills, Michigan
Rochester Hills, MI vs. Torrance, CA
Compared to Rochester Hills, Torrance is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  66.7% 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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  153.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  29.0% higher
  Health
  12.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower