salaryRochester is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Rochester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$155
👥 People living there
397,742
208,772
Commute to work
26.6 min
19.3 min
College degree
32.6%
30%
Own their home
54.3%
38.1%
Below poverty line
12.9%
27.8%
Unemployment
5.7%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $45,310 | +88% in Rochester |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $89,120 | +37% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $77,310 | +31% in Rochester |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $59,490 | +22% in Rochester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $97,240 | -21% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $73,580 | +20% in Rochester |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $86,570 | -15% in Rochester |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $33,850 | +13% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,476 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Rochester?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $50,919 in Rochester, 59% more in Arlington.