Rochester, Minnesota vs. Wichita, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wichita, Kansas is 11.8% cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $44,108 in Wichita, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wichita, Kansas is cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Wichita
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Wichita, KS
Compared to Rochester, Wichita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  8.2% higher
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower