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
$1,621
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$70,903
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$205,800
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
94.7
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,822
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$114
$155
👥 People living there
304,759
208,772
Commute to work
22.7 min
19.3 min
College degree
49.1%
30%
Own their home
47.7%
38.1%
Below poverty line
20.1%
27.8%
Unemployment
6.1%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Pittsburgh 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 | Pittsburgh | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,470 | $45,310 | +28% in Rochester |
| Firefighter | $72,230 | $89,120 | +23% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $75,960 | $93,650 | +23% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $63,190 | $77,170 | +22% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,550 | $62,840 | -18% in Rochester |
| Cashier | $29,470 | $33,850 | +15% in Rochester |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,840 | $34,650 | +12% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $83,190 | $92,920 | +12% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Pittsburgh or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
About $61,498 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Pittsburgh or Rochester?
The typical household earns $70,903 in Pittsburgh and $50,919 in Rochester, 39% more in Pittsburgh.