salaryRochester is 5% 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
$1,789
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$155
👥 People living there
545,970
208,772
Commute to work
22.4 min
19.3 min
College degree
25.5%
30%
Own their home
50.1%
38.1%
Below poverty line
20.1%
27.8%
Unemployment
8.9%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $45,310 | +32% in Rochester |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $86,570 | -31% in Rochester |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $128,110 | -23% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $77,170 | +23% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $62,840 | -20% in Rochester |
| Pharmacist | $169,160 | $136,310 | -19% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,580 | $62,060 | -18% in Rochester |
| Civil Engineer | $119,720 | $99,460 | -17% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,789 in Fresno.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $56,991 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Rochester?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $50,919 in Rochester, 50% more in Fresno.