Augusta, Maine vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 16.4% more expensive than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $104,765 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Augusta, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Albany
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Augusta, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.4% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  36.4% higher
  Health
  24.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher