Rochester, Michigan vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 28.2% cheaper than Rochester, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $35,879 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is cheaper than Rochester, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Joliet
than in Rochester, Michigan
Rochester, MI vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Rochester, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.2% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  24.1% lower
  Health
  20.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower