Rochester, New York vs. West Palm Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Palm Beach, Florida is 29.8% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $194,712 in West Palm Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Palm Beach, Florida is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
203% more expensive in West Palm Beach
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. West Palm Beach, FL
Compared to Rochester, West Palm Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  221.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  40.6% higher
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower