Rochester, New York vs. Menlo Park, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Menlo Park, California is 326.8% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $341,442 in Menlo Park, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Menlo Park, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1791% more expensive in Menlo Park
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Menlo Park, CA
Compared to Rochester, Menlo Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  326.8% 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
  25.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2,926.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  52.6% higher
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher