Cost of Living Calculator - Rochester, New York vs Stanford, California


The cost of living in Stanford, California is 431.7% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $398,798 in Stanford, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stanford, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1938% more expensive in Stanford
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs Stanford, CA
Compared to Rochester, Stanford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  431.7% 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
  28.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3,778.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  37.3% higher
  Health
  0.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower

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