Rochester, New York vs. Athens-Clarke County, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia is 5.9% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $100,595 in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens-Clarke County, Georgia is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
114% more expensive in Athens-Clarke County
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Athens Clarke County, GA
Compared to Rochester, Athens Clarke County is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  139.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% lower
  Commute
  11.7% lower
  Health
  10.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower