Santa Maria, California vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 31.5% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $73,331 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Rochester
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Santa Maria, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% lower
      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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% higher
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher