Albany, New York vs. Morgantown, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Morgantown, West Virginia is 6.4% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $46,788 in Morgantown, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Morgantown, West Virginia is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% cheaper in Morgantown
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Morgantown, WV
Compared to Albany, Morgantown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.2% lower
  Commute
  12.3% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower