Albany, New York vs. West Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Lafayette, Indiana is 6.3% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $70,259 in West Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Lafayette, Indiana is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% cheaper in West Lafayette
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. West Lafayette, IN
Compared to Albany, West Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% lower
  Commute
  19.5% lower
  Health
  21.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% lower