Marion, North Carolina vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 4.9% more expensive than Marion, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $52,459 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Marion, North Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
143% more expensive in Rochester
than in Marion, North Carolina
Marion, NC vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Marion, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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)
  42.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  29.8% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher