salaryRochester is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,331
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,281
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$50,919
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$139,600
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.0
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,152
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$155
$157
👥 People living there
208,772
209,978
Commute to work
19.3 min
35.6 min
College degree
30%
35.7%
Own their home
38.1%
46.2%
Below poverty line
27.8%
13.8%
Unemployment
7.9%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rochester or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Rochester?
About $66,731 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Rochester or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $50,919 in Rochester and $90,108 in Yonkers, 43% more in Yonkers.