salaryMontgomery is 8% 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
$1,304
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$155
👥 People living there
197,494
208,772
Commute to work
20.7 min
19.3 min
College degree
33.8%
30%
Own their home
54.4%
38.1%
Below poverty line
21.5%
27.8%
Unemployment
6.4%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Rochester for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $92,920 | +92% in Rochester |
| Firefighter | $48,780 | $89,120 | +83% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,360 | $45,310 | +72% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $93,650 | +56% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $77,310 | +55% in Rochester |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $63,570 | +31% in Rochester |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $130,430 | +28% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $57,960 | $73,580 | +27% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,331 in Rochester.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $64,919 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Rochester?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $50,919 in Rochester, 20% more in Montgomery.