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
$1,284
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,170
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$58,491
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$184,000
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.9
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,668
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$156
$155
👥 People living there
566,973
208,772
Commute to work
22.4 min
19.3 min
College degree
27.4%
30%
Own their home
41.8%
38.1%
Below poverty line
22.8%
27.8%
Unemployment
6.2%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Rochester for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Milwaukee | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $49,760 | $89,120 | +79% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,330 | $45,310 | +49% in Rochester |
| Operations Manager | $125,490 | $103,690 | -17% in Rochester |
| Medical Assistant | $49,590 | $41,710 | -16% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $82,090 | $92,920 | +13% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $84,700 | $73,580 | -13% in Rochester |
| Lawyer | $131,100 | $148,150 | +13% in Rochester |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,690 | $40,050 | -12% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Milwaukee or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
About $60,061 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Milwaukee or Rochester?
The typical household earns $58,491 in Milwaukee and $50,919 in Rochester, 15% more in Milwaukee.