| | Schenectady, NY | East Providence, RI | United States |
| Overall | 91.5 | 108.8 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 99.4 | 105.3 | 100 |
| Health | 115.5 | 87.3 | 100 |
| Housing | 78.0 | 109.3 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $245,400 | $356,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 11,110.0% | 11,550.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 83.9 | 105.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 132.0 | 109.7 | 100 |
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Reviews for Schenectady 
4 Reviews
I have lived in Schenectady for more than two decades, not necessarily by choice up until now. The city looks like it's growing and developing downtown, which is a very More
WE have been looking in Schenectady for a few years. We have stayed at the Parker INN a few times in the Presidential Suite. It has what we want. City atmosphere, but More
shenectady is a great place to start businesses as well as providing affordable More
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Reviews for East Providence 
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Rhode Island sometimes escape the more harsh weather that hammers New England, but as is typical of the region, be ready for More
It's a small town and it's about who you know. Very ethnic in a very enjoyable way. There are great bakeries, great little stores, parades, feasts...nice More
East Providence is close enough to Providence that you're able to reap the benefits of arts and culture , but far enough away to be out of the hustle and bustle. East More
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