Benwood, West Virginia vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 38.8% more expensive than Benwood, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $86,086 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Benwood, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Benwood, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
136% more expensive in Albany
than in Benwood, West Virginia
Benwood, WV vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Benwood, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.8% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  255.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.7% higher
  Commute
  7.9% higher
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.1% higher