Cost of Living Calculator - Lowell, Massachusetts vs Rochester, Washington


The cost of living in Rochester, Washington is 3.1% cheaper than Lowell, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $72,642 in Rochester, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Lowell, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, Washington is cheaper than Lowell, Massachusetts
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
35% cheaper in Rochester
than in Lowell, Massachusetts
Lowell, MA vs Rochester, WA
Compared to Lowell, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.0% lower
  Commute
  1.8% higher
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.2% lower

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