Rochester, New York vs. East Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in East Palo Alto, California is 121.8% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $166,316 in East Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
625% more expensive in East Palo Alto
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. East Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Rochester, East Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  121.8% 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
  22.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,196.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  52.4% higher
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% higher