Albany, New York vs. Erie, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Erie, Pennsylvania is 18.0% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $40,984 in Erie, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Erie, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Erie
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Erie, PA
Compared to Albany, Erie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.0% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  5.7% lower
  Health
  22.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower