Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 6.3% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $111,591 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
71% more expensive in Albany
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Albuquerque, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  2.0% lower
  Health
  46.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% higher