salaryRochester is 16% 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
$3,180
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,128
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$195,754
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$1,403,800
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,190
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$155
👥 People living there
228,295
208,772
Commute to work
30.3 min
19.3 min
College degree
63.9%
30%
Own their home
60.8%
38.1%
Below poverty line
5.2%
27.8%
Unemployment
4.7%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fremont 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 | Fremont | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $86,570 | -54% in Rochester |
| Nurse Practitioner | $219,080 | $128,110 | -42% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $62,840 | -38% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $123,250 | $77,170 | -37% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $146,760 | $93,650 | -36% in Rochester |
| Software Developer | $186,640 | $122,770 | -34% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $94,310 | $62,060 | -34% in Rochester |
| Carpenter | $89,200 | $59,490 | -33% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fremont or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $3,180 in Fremont.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Fremont?
About $50,359 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Fremont or Rochester?
The typical household earns $195,754 in Fremont and $50,919 in Rochester, 284% more in Fremont.