Alexandria, Virginia vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 31.2% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,713 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Albany
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Alexandria, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% 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
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% higher
  Commute
  32.0% lower
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher