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
$1,465
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,315
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$71,417
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$224,800
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.7
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,037
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$155
👥 People living there
885,860
208,772
Commute to work
24.6 min
19.3 min
College degree
34.9%
30%
Own their home
56%
38.1%
Below poverty line
15.8%
27.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Indianapolis 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 | Indianapolis | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,050 | $45,310 | +56% in Rochester |
| Firefighter | $68,480 | $89,120 | +30% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $65,130 | $77,310 | +19% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,200 | $77,170 | +18% in Rochester |
| Software Developer | $106,870 | $122,770 | +15% in Rochester |
| Operations Manager | $120,480 | $103,690 | -14% in Rochester |
| Cashier | $29,890 | $33,850 | +13% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $83,110 | $92,920 | +12% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Indianapolis or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
About $60,840 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Indianapolis or Rochester?
The typical household earns $71,417 in Indianapolis and $50,919 in Rochester, 40% more in Indianapolis.
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