Rochester, Michigan vs. Valparaiso, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valparaiso, Indiana is 14.0% cheaper than Rochester, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $43,003 in Valparaiso, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valparaiso, Indiana is cheaper than Rochester, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Valparaiso
than in Rochester, Michigan
Rochester, MI vs. Valparaiso, IN
Compared to Rochester, Valparaiso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  10.0% lower
  Health
  13.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% lower

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