Rochester, New York vs. Chico, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chico, California is 37.6% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $79,820 in Chico, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chico, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
236% more expensive in Chico
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Chico, CA
Compared to Rochester, Chico is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.6% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  386.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  6.3% lower
  Health
  12.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower