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
$2,474
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,057
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$103,765
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$652,700
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.5
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,485
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$155
👥 People living there
200,928
208,772
Commute to work
25.3 min
19.3 min
College degree
19.5%
30%
Own their home
54.4%
38.1%
Below poverty line
11%
27.8%
Unemployment
6.5%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Oxnard 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 | Oxnard | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $99,420 | $62,840 | -37% in Rochester |
| Registered Nurse | $131,160 | $86,570 | -34% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $45,310 | +30% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $126,530 | $93,650 | -26% in Rochester |
| Software Developer | $159,430 | $122,770 | -23% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $119,640 | $92,920 | -22% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,020 | $62,060 | -21% in Rochester |
| Lawyer | $185,520 | $148,150 | -20% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oxnard or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Oxnard?
About $52,672 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Oxnard or Rochester?
The typical household earns $103,765 in Oxnard and $50,919 in Rochester, 104% more in Oxnard.