Rochester, New York vs. Arlington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 94.2% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $135,962 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
473% more expensive in Arlington
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Arlington, VA
Compared to Rochester, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  94.2% 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
  17.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  807.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  35.2% higher
  Health
  6.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% higher