Cost of Living Calculator - Schenectady, New York vs San Mateo, California


The cost of living in San Mateo, California is 169.5% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $202,097 in San Mateo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Mateo, California is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
461% more expensive in San Mateo
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs San Mateo, CA
Compared to Schenectady, San Mateo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  169.5% higher
      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
  17.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,025.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.3% lower
  Commute
  70.9% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% higher

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