Rochester, New York vs. West Chester, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chester, Pennsylvania is 49.4% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $112,049 in West Chester, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chester, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
324% more expensive in West Chester
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. West Chester, PA
Compared to Rochester, West Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.4% 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
  12.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  451.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  4.1% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher