Kingsport, Tennessee vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 4.7% more expensive than Kingsport, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $127,155 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Kingsport, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Kingsport, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
63% more expensive in Rochester
than in Kingsport, Tennessee
Kingsport, TN vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Kingsport, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  12.0% higher
  Health
  10.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher