salaryRochester is 5% 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
$1,964
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,603
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$73,466
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.8
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,418
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$155
👥 People living there
191,767
208,772
Commute to work
25 min
19.3 min
College degree
34.6%
30%
Own their home
41.4%
38.1%
Below poverty line
20.7%
27.8%
Unemployment
8.2%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Providence for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Providence | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $66,150 | $89,120 | +35% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $86,720 | $62,840 | -28% in Rochester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,750 | $45,310 | +27% in Rochester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,580 | $97,240 | -24% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,990 | $62,060 | -21% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $76,850 | $92,920 | +21% in Rochester |
| Accountant | $95,020 | $80,890 | -15% in Rochester |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,330 | $40,050 | -14% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Providence or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Providence?
About $57,207 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Providence or Rochester?
The typical household earns $73,466 in Providence and $50,919 in Rochester, 44% more in Providence.