salaryRent is lower than in 70% of U.S. cities. Commutes are short, about 12.4 minutes. Most households rent (100%), so there are plenty of rental options. It is a highly educated city: 92.3% of adults have a college degree.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $51,200 a year. That is $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other New York cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of New York. It is number 54 of 343 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Rochester Institute of Technology?
Share of households by yearly income. 6.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Rochester Institute of Technology
| Size | Rochester Institute of Technology | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,512 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,524 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,517 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,065 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,024 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Rochester Institute of Technology overall?
Everyday prices in New York overall are 8% above the U.S. average (index 107.9, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Rochester Institute of Technology, so the New York figure is shown.
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Life in Rochester Institute of Technology
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Rochester Institute of Technology, NY?
Renting in Rochester Institute of Technology costs a median of about $1,280 a month in 2026, including utilities. The New York median is $2,177.
How much do I need to make to live in Rochester Institute of Technology?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $51,200 a year, or $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Rochester Institute of Technology cheap or expensive?
Rochester Institute of Technology is rated Expensive: rent takes 70.5% of the typical household income of $21,777. It ranks 54th cheapest of 343 New York cities we track.
Is Rochester Institute of Technology more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in New York are 8% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
6,959 people live in Rochester Institute of Technology. Numbers are typical (middle) values.