Albany, New York vs. Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Eau Claire, Wisconsin is 7.8% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $46,114 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Eau Claire, Wisconsin is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
19% cheaper in Eau Claire
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Eau Claire, WI
Compared to Albany, Eau Claire is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  13.6% lower
  Health
  7.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower