Rochester, Minnesota vs. Owensboro, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owensboro, Kentucky is 13.3% cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $43,351 in Owensboro, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owensboro, Kentucky is cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Owensboro
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Owensboro, KY
Compared to Rochester, Owensboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  0.3% lower
  Health
  38.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower