Rochester, New York vs. Morgantown, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Morgantown, West Virginia is 8.5% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $162,800 in Morgantown, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Morgantown, West Virginia is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
97% more expensive in Morgantown
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Morgantown, WV
Compared to Rochester, Morgantown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  151.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% lower
  Commute
  15.2% lower
  Health
  17.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower