Alfred, New York vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 14.6% more expensive than Alfred, New York.

You would need a salary of $103,140 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Alfred, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Alfred, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
72% more expensive in Rochester
than in Alfred, New York
Alfred, NY vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Alfred, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  48.0% higher
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% higher