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DES MOINES vs. ROCHESTER
Cost of Living Comparison
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Des Moines, Iowa vs. Rochester, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rochester, New York is
5.7%
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$126,861
in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is
more expensive
than Des Moines, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% more expensive in Rochester
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Des Moines, Rochester is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
46.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.2% higher
Commute
21.3% higher
Health
4.8% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
19.4% higher
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