Rochester, New York vs. Passaic, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Passaic, New Jersey is 48.3% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $74,159 in Passaic, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Passaic, New Jersey is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
220% more expensive in Passaic
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Passaic, NJ
Compared to Rochester, Passaic is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.3% 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
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  357.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  55.5% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower