Rochester, Minnesota vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 74.7% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $21,838 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
157% more expensive in Arlington
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Rochester, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  74.7% 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
  15.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  196.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  64.9% higher
  Health
  13.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% higher