Albany, Georgia vs. Macon, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Macon, Georgia is 3.7% more expensive than Albany, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $51,827 in Macon, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Macon, Georgia is more expensive than Albany, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Macon
than in Albany, Georgia
Albany, GA vs. Macon, GA
Compared to Albany, Macon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  10.3% higher
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher