Rochester, New York vs. Hoffman Estates, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hoffman Estates, Illinois is 29.9% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $149,417 in Hoffman Estates, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hoffman Estates, Illinois is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
136% more expensive in Hoffman Estates
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Hoffman Estates, IL
Compared to Rochester, Hoffman Estates is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.9% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  249.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% lower
  Commute
  41.9% higher
  Health
  18.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% higher