Palmdale, California vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 36.7% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $31,635 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Rochester
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Palmdale, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.7% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  49.6% lower
  Health
  20.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher