Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 41.5% cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $29,255 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Rochester
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Scottsdale, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.5% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  17.0% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher