Iowa City, Iowa vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 6.7% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $83,188 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
18% more expensive in Schenectady
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Iowa City, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% higher
      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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.3% higher
  Commute
  22.5% higher
  Health
  11.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher