salaryRochester is 12% 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
$2,591
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,138
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$100,540
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$503,700
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,349
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$155
👥 People living there
211,666
208,772
Commute to work
35.5 min
19.3 min
College degree
17.8%
30%
Own their home
63.3%
38.1%
Below poverty line
11.7%
27.8%
Unemployment
7.1%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Moreno Valley or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Moreno Valley?
About $52,584 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Moreno Valley or Rochester?
The typical household earns $100,540 in Moreno Valley and $50,919 in Rochester, 97% more in Moreno Valley.
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