Rochester, IL vs Roscoe, IL

Rochester, IL and Roscoe, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.1% difference in their overall index. Rochester scores 92 while Roscoe scores 90 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Rochester is $1,333/month compared to $1,349/month in Roscoe — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rochester has cheaper rent, Roscoe actually has lower median home values ($215,200 vs $241,900).

Median household income in Rochester is $112,689 compared to $97,704 in Roscoe (+15.3%). 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 Rochester spend roughly 14.2% of their income on rent, less than the 16.6% in Roscoe.

Climate-wise, Rochester is notably warmer with an average of 54°F compared to 49.4°F in Roscoe. Rochester receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 37.2" in Roscoe.