Rochester, Minnesota vs. Augusta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Augusta, Georgia is 14.4% cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $42,811 in Augusta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Augusta, Georgia is cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Augusta
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Augusta, GA
Compared to Rochester, Augusta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% higher
  Commute
  13.3% higher
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower