Rochester, Michigan vs. Saratoga Springs, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Saratoga Springs, New York is 1.2% cheaper than Rochester, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $49,403 in Saratoga Springs, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Saratoga Springs, New York is cheaper than Rochester, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% cheaper in Saratoga Springs
than in Rochester, Michigan
Rochester, MI vs. Saratoga Springs, NY
Compared to Rochester, Saratoga Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% lower
      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
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  30.0% lower
  Health
  45.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower