Albany, New York vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 13.8% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $168,987 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Rochester
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Albany, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  3.4% higher
  Health
  8.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower