Athens, Ohio vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 21.5% more expensive than Athens, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $115,460 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Athens, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Albany
than in Athens, Ohio
Athens, OH vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Athens, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  47.2% higher
  Health
  29.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.5% higher