Roswell, New Mexico vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 15.9% more expensive than Roswell, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $57,260 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Roswell, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Roswell, New Mexico
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
157% more expensive in Rochester
than in Roswell, New Mexico
Roswell, NM vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Roswell, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.9% 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
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% higher
  Commute
  28.7% higher
  Health
  23.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% higher