Rochester, Minnesota vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 14.7% cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $42,649 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Waco
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Rochester, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  13.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% lower