Dedham, Massachusetts vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 42.5% cheaper than Dedham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $28,729 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Dedham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Dedham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Rochester
than in Dedham, Massachusetts
Dedham, MA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Dedham, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.5% 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
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  19.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower

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