Schenectady, New York vs. Columbia, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, Missouri is 3.4% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $162,219 in Columbia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Missouri is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Columbia
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Columbia, MO
Compared to Schenectady, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  12.0% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower