Rochester, New York vs. Waltham, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waltham, Massachusetts is 79.3% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $179,327 in Waltham, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waltham, Massachusetts is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
420% more expensive in Waltham
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Waltham, MA
Compared to Rochester, Waltham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  79.3% 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
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  672.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.9% higher
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.6% higher