Cost of Living Calculator - Rochester, New York vs Tempe, Arizona


The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 35.3% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $203,005 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
226% more expensive in Tempe
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs Tempe, AZ
Compared to Rochester, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.3% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  281.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  13.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower

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