Albany, New York vs. Greenville, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Greenville, South Carolina is 8.1% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $80,887 in Greenville, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Greenville, South Carolina is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% cheaper in Greenville
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Greenville, SC
Compared to Albany, Greenville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% lower
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% lower