Rochester, New York vs. Santa Ana, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Ana, California is 74.0% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $87,019 in Santa Ana, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Ana, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
433% more expensive in Santa Ana
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Santa Ana, CA
Compared to Rochester, Santa Ana is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  74.0% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  641.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  24.2% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower