Plattsburgh, New York vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 6.4% more expensive than Plattsburgh, New York.

You would need a salary of $15,959 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Plattsburgh, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Plattsburgh, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% more expensive in Rochester
than in Plattsburgh, New York
Plattsburgh, NY vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Plattsburgh, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.6% higher
  Commute
  39.2% higher
  Health
  1.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher