salaryRochester is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,331
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,281
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$50,919
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$139,600
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.0
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,152
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$155
$96
👥 People living there
208,772
681,294
Commute to work
19.3 min
30 min
College degree
30%
64.2%
Own their home
38.1%
41.5%
Below poverty line
27.8%
15.4%
Unemployment
7.9%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Rochester | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $103,690 | $156,460 | +51% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $148,150 | $195,190 | +32% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,240 | $127,040 | +31% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $93,650 | $119,170 | +27% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,840 | $79,470 | +26% in Washington |
| Accountant | $80,890 | $102,140 | +26% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $122,770 | $154,930 | +26% in Washington |
| Firefighter | $89,120 | $66,980 | -25% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Rochester or Washington cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Rochester?
About $67,327 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Rochester or Washington?
The typical household earns $50,919 in Rochester and $118,495 in Washington, 57% more in Washington.