Rochester, New York vs. Redwood City, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Redwood City, California is 233.5% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $166,767 in Redwood City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Redwood City, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1130% more expensive in Redwood City
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Redwood City, CA
Compared to Rochester, Redwood City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  233.5% 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
  20.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2,040.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  53.3% higher
  Health
  9.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% higher