salaryRochester is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,331
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,281
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$50,919
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$139,600
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.0
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,152
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$155
$109
👥 People living there
208,772
754,195
Commute to work
19.3 min
26 min
College degree
30%
68.4%
Own their home
38.1%
43.7%
Below poverty line
27.8%
9.9%
Unemployment
7.9%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Seattle for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Rochester | Seattle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,840 | $102,920 | +64% in Seattle |
| Registered Nurse | $86,570 | $128,260 | +48% in Seattle |
| Medical Assistant | $41,710 | $61,500 | +47% in Seattle |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,650 | $133,740 | +43% in Seattle |
| Operations Manager | $103,690 | $146,030 | +41% in Seattle |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,060 | $85,690 | +38% in Seattle |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,240 | $133,690 | +37% in Seattle |
| Software Developer | $122,770 | $167,280 | +36% in Seattle |
Frequently asked questions
Is Rochester or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Rochester?
About $68,717 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Rochester or Seattle?
The typical household earns $50,919 in Rochester and $133,583 in Seattle, 62% more in Seattle.