Rochester, New York vs. Half Moon Bay, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Half Moon Bay, California is 189.3% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $144,651 in Half Moon Bay, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Half Moon Bay, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1025% more expensive in Half Moon Bay
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Half Moon Bay, CA
Compared to Rochester, Half Moon Bay is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  189.3% 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
  17.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,496.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.6% lower
  Commute
  61.7% higher
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% higher