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
$1,347
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$155
👥 People living there
638,530
208,772
Commute to work
24.8 min
19.3 min
College degree
18.1%
30%
Own their home
50.3%
38.1%
Below poverty line
32.7%
27.8%
Unemployment
14%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Detroit | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $62,730 | $89,120 | +42% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,490 | $45,310 | +21% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | $92,920 | +18% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $86,370 | $73,580 | -15% in Rochester |
| Cashier | $30,090 | $33,850 | +12% in Rochester |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | $86,570 | -11% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $93,650 | +11% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $69,300 | $62,060 | -10% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,347 in Detroit.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Detroit?
About $58,048 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Rochester?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $50,919 in Rochester, 15% more in Rochester.