Rochester, New York vs. Washington Heights, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington Heights, New York is 36.7% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $106,594 in Washington Heights, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington Heights, 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
122% more expensive in Washington Heights
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Washington Heights, NY
Compared to Rochester, Washington Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.7% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  180.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% higher
  Commute
  67.8% higher
  Health
  20.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% lower