Fort Wayne, Indiana vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 3.2% more expensive than Fort Wayne, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,613 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Fort Wayne, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
86% more expensive in Rochester
than in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Fort Wayne, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.8% higher
  Commute
  11.2% higher
  Health
  11.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% higher