Montgomery, Alabama vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 7.6% more expensive than Montgomery, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $53,816 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Montgomery, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Montgomery, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Rochester
than in Montgomery, Alabama
Montgomery, AL vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Montgomery, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  11.3% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.0% higher