Cost of Living Calculator - Manhattan, New York vs Schenectady, New York


The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 58.0% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $42,008 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Schenectady
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs Schenectady, NY
Compared to Manhattan, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  58.0% 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
  17.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.1% lower
  Commute
  47.9% lower
  Health
  7.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.7% lower

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