Akron, Ohio vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 35.0% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $67,489 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Schenectady
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Akron, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.0% higher
      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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.4% higher
  Commute
  4.5% higher
  Health
  32.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% higher