Ottumwa, Iowa vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 20.1% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $48,023 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Rochester
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Ottumwa, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  44.3% higher
  Health
  10.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% higher