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CHICAGO vs. ROCHESTER
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Rochester, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rochester, New York is
22.5%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$116,201
in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Rochester
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Chicago, Rochester is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.5% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
67.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.2% higher
Commute
34.6% lower
Health
21.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.4% higher
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