Schenectady, New York vs. Hot Springs, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hot Springs, South Dakota is 3.0% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,495 in Hot Springs, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hot Springs, South Dakota is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
62% cheaper in Hot Springs
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Hot Springs, SD
Compared to Schenectady, Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% lower
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  28.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower