salaryRochester is 7% 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
$1,988
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$155
👥 People living there
219,215
208,772
Commute to work
30.2 min
19.3 min
College degree
21.2%
30%
Own their home
58.9%
38.1%
Below poverty line
13.3%
27.8%
Unemployment
7.2%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $62,840 | -38% in Rochester |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $86,570 | -35% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $45,310 | +30% in Rochester |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $128,110 | -26% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,910 | $93,650 | -24% in Rochester |
| Physician Assistant | $165,730 | $130,430 | -21% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,200 | $62,060 | -21% in Rochester |
| Carpenter | $73,730 | $59,490 | -19% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $55,924 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Rochester?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $50,919 in Rochester, 69% more in Modesto.