Albany, Oregon vs. Madera, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madera, California is 0.6% more expensive than Albany, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $50,299 in Madera, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madera, California is more expensive than Albany, Oregon
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
36% more expensive in Madera
than in Albany, Oregon
Albany, OR vs. Madera, CA
Compared to Albany, Madera is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% higher
      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)
  11.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.0% higher
  Commute
  15.0% higher
  Health
  4.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher