Schenectady, New York vs. Scottsdale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 52.9% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $76,452 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
193% more expensive in Scottsdale
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Schenectady, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.9% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  274.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  30.2% higher
  Health
  19.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower