Rochester, New York vs. Valley Stream, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Valley Stream, New York is 85.9% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $129,280 in Valley Stream, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valley Stream, New York is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
366% more expensive in Valley Stream
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Valley Stream, NY
Compared to Rochester, Valley Stream is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  85.9% 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
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  535.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.1% higher
  Commute
  96.9% higher
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher