Albany, New York vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 15.5% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $29,560 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Battle Creek
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Albany, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.5% 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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  19.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% lower