Rochester, New York vs. Fort Washington, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania is 52.5% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $114,393 in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
299% more expensive in Fort Washington
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Fort Washington, PA
Compared to Rochester, Fort Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.5% 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
  14.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  472.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  9.2% higher
  Health
  5.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher