Rochester, New York vs. Waukesha, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukesha, Wisconsin is 20.3% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,125 in Waukesha, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukesha, Wisconsin is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
118% more expensive in Waukesha
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Waukesha, WI
Compared to Rochester, Waukesha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.3% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  213.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  4.1% higher
  Health
  6.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher