Rochester, New York vs. St. Louis, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Louis, Missouri is 0.6% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $34,790 in St. Louis, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Louis, Missouri is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in St. Louis
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. St. Louis, MO
Compared to Rochester, St. Louis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% lower
      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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  8.7% higher
  Health
  12.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower