Rochester, Minnesota vs. Grand Junction, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Junction, Colorado is 3.8% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $51,892 in Grand Junction, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Junction, Colorado is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Grand Junction
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Grand Junction, CO
Compared to Rochester, Grand Junction is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  4.3% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower