Schenectady, New York vs. Plainsboro, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plainsboro, New Jersey is 48.7% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $74,355 in Plainsboro, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plainsboro, New Jersey is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
196% more expensive in Plainsboro
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Plainsboro, NJ
Compared to Schenectady, Plainsboro is:
  Homeowner
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  48.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  257.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  72.7% higher
  Health
  14.5% lower
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  Personal
  8.9% higher
Cost of Food
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