Rochester, Minnesota vs. Florence, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Florence, Alabama is 14.2% cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $42,919 in Florence, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Florence, Alabama is cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Florence
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Florence, AL
Compared to Rochester, Florence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% 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
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  32.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower