Eagan, MN vs Rochester, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Rochester is 21.2% cheaper than Eagan. With a cost index of 96 vs 116, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Rochester to Eagan should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Eagan is $1,604/month compared to $1,316/month in Rochester — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rochester is more affordable at $287,500 median vs $380,800.

Median household income in Eagan is $107,486 compared to $87,767 in Rochester (+22.5%). While Eagan is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Eagan spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, less than the 18% in Rochester.