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SCHENECTADY vs. BUFFALO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Schenectady, New York vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
4.8%
cheaper
than Schenectady, New York.
You would need a salary of
$71,371
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Schenectady, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
31.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
22.1% higher
Health
8.9% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
11.7% lower
Cost of Food
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