South San Francisco, California vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 57.2% cheaper than South San Francisco, California.

You would need a salary of $49,218 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in South San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is cheaper than South San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Schenectady
than in South San Francisco, California
South San Francisco, CA vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to South San Francisco, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.2% 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
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.1% higher
  Commute
  42.1% lower
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% lower