salaryRochester is 4% 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
$1,783
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$155
👥 People living there
273,212
208,772
Commute to work
20.3 min
19.3 min
College degree
36.8%
30%
Own their home
49.8%
38.1%
Below poverty line
12.6%
27.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno 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 | Reno | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $45,310 | +76% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,600 | $62,060 | -21% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $117,850 | $93,650 | -21% in Rochester |
| Registered Nurse | $107,520 | $86,570 | -19% in Rochester |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,260 | $77,170 | +16% in Rochester |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,760 | $40,050 | -14% in Rochester |
| Pharmacist | $154,380 | $136,310 | -12% in Rochester |
| Medical Assistant | $47,010 | $41,710 | -11% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $57,637 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Rochester?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $50,919 in Rochester, 71% more in Reno.