Rochester, New York vs. Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is 4.8% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $166,587 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cedar Rapids, Iowa is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
27% cheaper in Cedar Rapids
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Cedar Rapids, IA
Compared to Rochester, Cedar Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  24.1% lower
  Health
  4.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% lower