Rochester, New York vs. Torrance, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Torrance, California is 125.8% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $140,022 in Torrance, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Torrance, California is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
693% more expensive in Torrance
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Torrance, CA
Compared to Rochester, Torrance is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  125.8% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,000.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  69.9% higher
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower