Alexandria, Virginia vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 33.7% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $33,143 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Schenectady
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Alexandria, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.2% higher
  Commute
  34.9% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower