Santa Barbara, California vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 61.8% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $15,273 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% cheaper in Rochester
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Santa Barbara, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.4% higher
  Commute
  6.6% lower
  Health
  5.2% lower
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  Personal
  5.1% higher
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