Ann Arbor, Michigan vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 12.8% cheaper than Ann Arbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $61,021 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Albany
than in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Ann Arbor, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% higher
  Commute
  12.5% lower
  Health
  44.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% higher