Schenectady, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 15.5% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $87,768 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Chicago
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Schenectady, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.5% lower
  Commute
  65.1% higher
  Health
  23.8% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.6% higher
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