Rochester, New York vs. Urbana, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Urbana, Illinois is 6.6% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $46,695 in Urbana, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Urbana, Illinois is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
23% cheaper in Urbana
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Urbana, IL
Compared to Rochester, Urbana is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  23.4% lower
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower