Schenectady, New York vs. Lake Placid, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Placid, Florida is 8.6% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $45,699 in Lake Placid, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Placid, Florida is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
55% cheaper in Lake Placid
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Lake Placid, FL
Compared to Schenectady, Lake Placid is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  9.3% lower
  Health
  8.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% lower