Rochester, New York vs. Kirkland, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kirkland, Washington is 115.4% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $107,692 in Kirkland, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kirkland, Washington is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
706% more expensive in Kirkland
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Kirkland, WA
Compared to Rochester, Kirkland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  115.4% 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
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  860.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.4% lower
  Commute
  49.7% higher
  Health
  17.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% higher