Sandy, Oregon vs. Rochester, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, Minnesota is 25.5% cheaper than Sandy, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $37,238 in Rochester, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandy, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Minnesota is cheaper than Sandy, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Rochester
than in Sandy, Oregon
Sandy, OR vs. Rochester, MN
Compared to Sandy, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.5% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.3% higher
  Commute
  46.5% lower
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower