Rochester, Michigan vs. Burlington, Vermont

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Burlington, Vermont is 4.2% cheaper than Rochester, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $191,638 in Burlington, Vermont to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Burlington, Vermont is cheaper than Rochester, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Burlington
than in Rochester, Michigan
Rochester, MI vs. Burlington, VT
Compared to Rochester, Burlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  11.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  36.1% lower
  Health
  62.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower