Albany, Georgia vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 12.6% more expensive than Albany, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $56,292 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Albany, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Rochester
than in Albany, Georgia
Albany, GA vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Albany, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  18.3% higher
  Health
  0.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% higher