Olympia, Washington vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 16.9% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $41,555 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Schenectady
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Olympia, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.9% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  49.3% higher
  Commute
  7.9% lower
  Health
  32.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher