Rochester, New York vs. Montpelier, Vermont

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montpelier, Vermont is 20.0% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $83,966 in Montpelier, Vermont to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montpelier, Vermont is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Montpelier
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Montpelier, VT
Compared to Rochester, Montpelier is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.0% 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
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  232.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  26.0% lower
  Health
  19.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower