Cedar Rapids, Iowa vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 5.1% more expensive than Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $52,525 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Cedar Rapids, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% more expensive in Rochester
than in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids, IA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Cedar Rapids, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher