Schenectady, New York vs. Smithfield, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Smithfield, North Carolina is 8.1% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $82,742 in Smithfield, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Smithfield, North Carolina is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% cheaper in Smithfield
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Smithfield, NC
Compared to Schenectady, Smithfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% lower
  Commute
  15.0% lower
  Health
  14.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower