salaryRochester is 11% 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
$2,666
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$155
👥 People living there
236,254
208,772
Commute to work
26.2 min
19.3 min
College degree
77.1%
30%
Own their home
41.3%
38.1%
Below poverty line
7.4%
27.8%
Unemployment
3.3%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $103,690 | -34% in Rochester |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $89,120 | +33% in Rochester |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $148,150 | -24% in Rochester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $97,240 | -23% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $93,650 | -21% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $62,840 | -21% in Rochester |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $80,890 | -21% in Rochester |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $122,770 | -21% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,471 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Rochester?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $50,919 in Rochester, 201% more in Arlington.