Albany, New York vs. Charlotte, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is 3.3% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $134,311 in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Charlotte
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to Albany, Charlotte is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% lower
  Commute
  11.5% higher
  Health
  18.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower