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
$1,628
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,322
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$71,299
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$289,900
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,890
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$155
👥 People living there
233,596
208,772
Commute to work
23 min
19.3 min
College degree
33.5%
30%
Own their home
46.3%
38.1%
Below poverty line
16.5%
27.8%
Unemployment
5.7%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Norfolk 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 | Norfolk | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $89,120 | +57% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $92,920 | +56% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $62,350 | $77,310 | +24% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $73,580 | +19% in Rochester |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $44,740 | +17% in Rochester |
| Truck Driver | $50,460 | $58,920 | +17% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $45,310 | +16% in Rochester |
| Carpenter | $51,500 | $59,490 | +16% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Norfolk or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Norfolk 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 Norfolk?
About $59,445 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Norfolk or Rochester?
The typical household earns $71,299 in Norfolk and $50,919 in Rochester, 40% more in Norfolk.