Rochester, New York vs. Fort Smith, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Smith, Arkansas is 9.9% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $45,072 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Smith, Arkansas is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% cheaper in Fort Smith
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Fort Smith, AR
Compared to Rochester, Fort Smith is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.9% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  19.0% lower
  Health
  12.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower