Rochester, Minnesota vs. Poughkeepsie, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Poughkeepsie, New York is 10.8% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $55,405 in Poughkeepsie, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Poughkeepsie, New York is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
42% more expensive in Poughkeepsie
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Poughkeepsie, NY
Compared to Rochester, Poughkeepsie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.7% higher
  Commute
  44.0% higher
  Health
  42.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher