Rochester, New Hampshire vs. Washington, District of Columbia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 57.5% more expensive than Rochester, New Hampshire.

You would need a salary of $88,218 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New Hampshire.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Rochester, New Hampshire
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
97% more expensive in Washington
than in Rochester, New Hampshire
Rochester, NH vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Rochester, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.5% 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
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  188.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  55.2% higher
  Health
  14.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher