Rochester, New York vs. Galveston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galveston, Texas is 12.6% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $67,572 in Galveston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galveston, Texas is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
165% more expensive in Galveston
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Galveston, TX
Compared to Rochester, Galveston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  168.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  14.1% lower
  Health
  8.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower