Rochester, New York vs. Saratoga Springs, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Saratoga Springs, New York is 39.2% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $69,591 in Saratoga Springs, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Saratoga Springs, New York is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
265% more expensive in Saratoga Springs
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Saratoga Springs, NY
Compared to Rochester, Saratoga Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.2% 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
  10.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  366.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% higher
  Commute
  4.3% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% higher