Fargo, North Dakota vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 3.9% more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $150,670 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
30% more expensive in Schenectady
than in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, ND vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Fargo, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.4% higher
  Commute
  8.5% higher
  Health
  21.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher