salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,379
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$155
👥 People living there
311,224
208,772
Commute to work
22.4 min
19.3 min
College degree
41.8%
30%
Own their home
39.8%
38.1%
Below poverty line
25.5%
27.8%
Unemployment
6.8%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,570 | $89,120 | +52% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,530 | $45,310 | +24% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $63,490 | $77,310 | +22% in Rochester |
| Cashier | $29,170 | $33,850 | +16% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $80,410 | $92,920 | +16% in Rochester |
| Lawyer | $130,980 | $148,150 | +13% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $65,160 | $73,580 | +13% in Rochester |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,810 | $34,650 | +12% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati and Rochester cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $61,047 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Rochester?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $50,919 in Rochester, 12% more in Cincinnati.