salaryRochester is 8% 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
$1,874
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$155
👥 People living there
641,165
208,772
Commute to work
24.1 min
19.3 min
College degree
53.8%
30%
Own their home
52%
38.1%
Below poverty line
12.7%
27.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland 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 | Portland | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $86,570 | -34% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $73,580 | -27% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $77,310 | -26% in Rochester |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 | $41,710 | -26% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $83,510 | $62,060 | -26% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,100 | $93,650 | -24% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $82,330 | $62,840 | -24% in Rochester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,360 | $97,240 | -24% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,874 in Portland.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $55,227 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Rochester?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $50,919 in Rochester, 93% more in Portland.