Waterloo, Iowa vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 15.6% more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $86,667 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Waterloo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Rochester
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Waterloo, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.6% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  40.9% higher
  Health
  2.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher