Cost of Living Calculator - San Jose, California vs Schenectady, New York


The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 56.7% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $51 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Schenectady
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs Schenectady, NY
Compared to San Jose, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.7% 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
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% higher
  Commute
  44.4% lower
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower

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