Rochester, Minnesota vs. Colorado Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Colorado Springs, Colorado is 17.1% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $93,665 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Colorado Springs, Colorado is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Colorado Springs
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Colorado Springs, CO
Compared to Rochester, Colorado Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  28.0% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower