Cost of Living Calculator - Schenectady, New York vs Council Bluffs, Iowa


The cost of living in Council Bluffs, Iowa is 12.0% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $171,516 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Council Bluffs, Iowa is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Council Bluffs
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs Council Bluffs, IA
Compared to Schenectady, Council Bluffs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.2% lower
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  7.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower

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