Cost of Living in Rochester, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
141.4
100 = national avg
+41.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,217
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,057
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing158.0
Food122.4
Transportation144.8
Healthcare117.9
Utilities125.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,682
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,960
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rochester is 141.4, which is 41.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 158.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,217 per year to cover basic expenses.