Rochester, New York vs. Lake Wales, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Wales, Florida is 3.0% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $77,254 in Lake Wales, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Wales, Florida is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% more expensive in Lake Wales
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Lake Wales, FL
Compared to Rochester, Lake Wales is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% lower