Albany, New York vs. Forks, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Forks, Washington is 6.7% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $35,440 in Forks, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forks, Washington is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Forks
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Forks, WA
Compared to Albany, Forks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.9% lower
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% lower