Richland, Washington vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 7.2% cheaper than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $88,174 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is cheaper than Richland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Schenectady
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Richland, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.3% higher
  Commute
  5.3% higher
  Health
  33.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% higher