Schenectady, New York vs. Covington, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Covington, Kentucky is 12.4% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $65,726 in Covington, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Covington, Kentucky is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Covington
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Covington, KY
Compared to Schenectady, Covington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.5% lower
  Commute
  13.9% higher
  Health
  6.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% lower