Rochester, Minnesota vs. Mesquite, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mesquite, Texas is 5.7% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $79,297 in Mesquite, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mesquite, Texas is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
65% more expensive in Mesquite
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Mesquite, TX
Compared to Rochester, Mesquite is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  65.5% higher
  Health
  10.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher