salaryRochester is 3% 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
$1,887
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$155
👥 People living there
179,898
208,772
Commute to work
27.2 min
19.3 min
College degree
38.5%
30%
Own their home
66.4%
38.1%
Below poverty line
9.5%
27.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,887 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $58,245 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Rochester?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $50,919 in Rochester, 98% more in Aurora.