salaryRochester is 8% 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
$2,087
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$155
👥 People living there
394,432
208,772
Commute to work
28.6 min
19.3 min
College degree
33.6%
30%
Own their home
62.4%
38.1%
Below poverty line
11.9%
27.8%
Unemployment
5.9%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora 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 | Aurora | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $103,690 | -27% in Rochester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $97,240 | -24% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $77,310 | +22% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $77,170 | -22% in Rochester |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $80,890 | -19% in Rochester |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 | $40,050 | -18% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $62,840 | -18% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,810 | $62,060 | -18% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $55,039 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Rochester?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $50,919 in Rochester, 87% more in Aurora.