Rochester, Minnesota vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 65.8% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $107,795 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
124% more expensive in Boston
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Rochester, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  65.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.2% higher
  Commute
  77.4% higher
  Health
  1.1% higher
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  Personal
  28.5% higher
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