salaryRochester is 16% 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
$2,511
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,352
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$109,576
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$929,900
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,575
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$155
👥 People living there
439,418
208,772
Commute to work
29.8 min
19.3 min
College degree
48.7%
30%
Own their home
42.3%
38.1%
Below poverty line
13.4%
27.8%
Unemployment
6.4%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Oakland 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 | Oakland | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $86,570 | -54% in Rochester |
| Nurse Practitioner | $219,080 | $128,110 | -42% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $62,840 | -38% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $123,250 | $77,170 | -37% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $146,760 | $93,650 | -36% in Rochester |
| Software Developer | $186,640 | $122,770 | -34% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $94,310 | $62,060 | -34% in Rochester |
| Carpenter | $89,200 | $59,490 | -33% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oakland or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Oakland?
About $50,359 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Oakland or Rochester?
The typical household earns $109,576 in Oakland and $50,919 in Rochester, 115% more in Oakland.