Aberdeen, WA vs Rochester, WA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Aberdeen is 17.3% cheaper than Rochester. With a cost index of 87 vs 105, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Aberdeen to Rochester should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Aberdeen is $1,024/month compared to $1,182/month in Rochester — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Aberdeen is more affordable at $225,100 median vs $391,600.

Median household income in Aberdeen is $52,181 compared to $94,754 in Rochester (-44.9%). While Rochester is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Aberdeen spend roughly 23.5% of their income on rent, more than the 15% in Rochester.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51°F vs 50.5°F). Aberdeen receives more rainfall at 68.8" per year compared to 50.6" in Rochester.