Rochester, New York vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 117.7% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $163,251 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
761% more expensive in Irvine
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Rochester, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  117.7% 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
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,050.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  22.5% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower