Schenectady, New York vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 10.5% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $99,303 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Rochester
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Schenectady, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  8.0% higher
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher