Schenectady, New York vs. Lexington, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lexington, Kentucky is 2.7% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $75,903 in Lexington, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Kentucky is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
43% cheaper in Lexington
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Lexington, KY
Compared to Schenectady, Lexington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.2% lower
  Commute
  4.3% higher
  Health
  13.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower