Rochester, New York vs. Duck, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Duck, North Carolina is 60.2% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $96,130 in Duck, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Duck, North Carolina is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
599% more expensive in Duck
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Duck, NC
Compared to Rochester, Duck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  60.2% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  665.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  24.1% lower
  Health
  21.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% higher