Hamilton, New York vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 9.9% more expensive than Hamilton, New York.

You would need a salary of $170,390 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Hamilton, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is more expensive than Hamilton, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
14% more expensive in Schenectady
than in Hamilton, New York
Hamilton, NY vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Hamilton, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.9% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  8.0% higher
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher