Rochester, New York vs. Wayne, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wayne, New Jersey is 61.9% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $80,950 in Wayne, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wayne, New Jersey is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
330% more expensive in Wayne
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Wayne, NJ
Compared to Rochester, Wayne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.9% 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
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  477.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  53.0% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher