Rochester, New York vs. Santa Fe, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Fe, New Mexico is 37.0% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $68,510 in Santa Fe, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Fe, New Mexico is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
313% more expensive in Santa Fe
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Santa Fe, NM
Compared to Rochester, Santa Fe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.0% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  406.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  11.5% lower
  Health
  23.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower

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