Rochester, New York vs. Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Winston-Salem, North Carolina is 2.3% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $107,488 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Winston-Salem, North Carolina is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
33% cheaper in Winston-Salem
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Winston Salem, NC
Compared to Rochester, Winston Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% lower
      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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  16.7% lower
  Health
  10.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower