Rochester, New York vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 166.1% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $532,212 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
793% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Rochester, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  166.1% 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
  23.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,500.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  45.6% higher
  Commute
  77.7% higher
  Health
  16.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  38.7% higher