Rochester, New York vs. Clear Lake, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Clear Lake, Iowa is 1.2% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $54,339 in Clear Lake, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Clear Lake, Iowa is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
39% cheaper in Clear Lake
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Clear Lake, IA
Compared to Rochester, Clear Lake 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  6.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% lower