Rochester, New York vs. Morganton, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Morganton, North Carolina is 1.9% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $50,962 in Morganton, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Morganton, North Carolina is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% more expensive in Morganton
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Morganton, NC
Compared to Rochester, Morganton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  11.7% lower
  Health
  18.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.2% lower