Urbana, Illinois vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 7.1% more expensive than Urbana, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $32,124 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Urbana, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Urbana, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% more expensive in Rochester
than in Urbana, Illinois
Urbana, IL vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Urbana, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  30.5% higher
  Health
  3.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher