Albany, New York vs. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 12.2% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $43,886 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Milwaukee
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Milwaukee, WI
Compared to Albany, Milwaukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  16.6% higher
  Health
  20.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% lower