Rochester, Minnesota vs. Madison, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Alabama is 6.5% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $53,243 in Madison, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Alabama is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Madison
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Madison, AL
Compared to Rochester, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.5% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  8.6% higher
  Health
  39.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher