Schenectady, New York vs. Forks, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Forks, Washington is 3.2% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,387 in Forks, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forks, Washington is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
40% cheaper in Forks
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Forks, WA
Compared to Schenectady, Forks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.5% lower
  Commute
  5.2% lower
  Health
  10.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% lower