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ROCHESTER vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Rochester, Minnesota vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.1% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $88,242 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Transportation
86% more expensive in Chicago
than in Rochester, Minnesota

Rochester, MN vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Rochester, Chicago is:

Homeowner

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16.1% higher

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2.7% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

0.3% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

6.9% lower

Commute

86.4% higher

Health

0.8% lower

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Personal

6.8% higher

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