Rochester, New York vs. Lead, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lead, South Dakota is 2.9% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $51,442 in Lead, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lead, South Dakota is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Lead
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Lead, SD
Compared to Rochester, Lead is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.4% lower
  Commute
  24.2% lower
  Health
  35.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% lower