| | Butler, PA | Schenectady, NY | United States |
| Overall | 100.6 | 91.5 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 100.0 | 99.4 | 100 |
| Health | 90.7 | 115.5 | 100 |
| Housing | 62.5 | 78.0 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $207,500 | $245,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,450.0% | 11,110.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 101.9 | 83.9 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 128.3 | 132.0 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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One hour north of Pittsburgh, Butler, PA, is a quiet, church-going community and a great place to raise a More
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