United States
Cost of Living in Rochester, NY
Monthly Total
$3,022
$52,885
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,277
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$58
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,277
$22,348
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$198
$3,465
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$179
$3,133
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$300
$5,250
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$315
$5,513
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$325
$5,688
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$68
$1,190
Monthly Total
$3,022
$52,885
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