Los Angeles, California vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 52.8% cheaper than Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $11,805 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Rochester
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Los Angeles, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.8% 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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  45.2% lower
  Health
  19.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher