Syracuse, New York vs. Schenectady, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schenectady, New York is 10.6% more expensive than Syracuse, New York.

You would need a salary of $49,762 in Schenectady, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Syracuse, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schenectady, New York is more expensive than Syracuse, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Schenectady
than in Syracuse, New York
Syracuse, NY vs. Schenectady, NY
Compared to Syracuse, Schenectady is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  1.6% lower
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher