Alamosa, Colorado vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 2.5% more expensive than Alamosa, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $51,232 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Alamosa, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Alamosa, Colorado
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
75% more expensive in Rochester
than in Alamosa, Colorado
Alamosa, CO vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Alamosa, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% higher
      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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% lower
  Commute
  36.0% higher
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% higher