Portland, Oregon vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 37.2% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $37,704 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Rochester
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Portland, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.2% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.2% higher
  Commute
  30.3% lower
  Health
  18.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower