Cost of Living Calculator - Storm Lake, Iowa vs Rochester, New York


The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 12.3% more expensive than Storm Lake, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $56,140 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Storm Lake, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Storm Lake, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
98% more expensive in Rochester
than in Storm Lake, Iowa
Storm Lake, IA vs Rochester, NY
Compared to Storm Lake, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.3% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% higher
  Commute
  51.3% higher
  Health
  7.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% higher

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