Rochester, New York vs. Forest Grove, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Forest Grove, Oregon is 45.6% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $72,776 in Forest Grove, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forest Grove, Oregon is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
294% more expensive in Forest Grove
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Forest Grove, OR
Compared to Rochester, Forest Grove is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.6% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  363.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.8% lower
  Commute
  40.4% higher
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower