Rochester, New York vs. Bethesda, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bethesda, Maryland is 125.7% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $94,803 in Bethesda, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bethesda, Maryland is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
719% more expensive in Bethesda
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Bethesda, MD
Compared to Rochester, Bethesda is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  125.7% 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
  21.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,026.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% higher
  Commute
  42.2% higher
  Health
  19.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower