Schenectady, New York vs. Scotia, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scotia, New York is 5.8% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $47,097 in Scotia, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scotia, New York is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Scotia
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Scotia, NY
Compared to Schenectady, Scotia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  3.8% lower
  Health
  0.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher