Schenectady, New York vs. Portsmouth, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portsmouth, Virginia is 2.7% cheaper than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,656 in Portsmouth, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portsmouth, Virginia is cheaper than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% cheaper in Portsmouth
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Portsmouth, VA
Compared to Schenectady, Portsmouth is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  18.0% higher
  Health
  10.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower