Portland, Oregon vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 29.8% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $24,585 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Schenectady
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Portland, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.0% higher
  Commute
  35.4% lower
  Health
  27.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower