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BOSTON vs. ALBANY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Albany, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Albany, New York is
37.1%
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$471,793
in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is
cheaper
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Albany
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Boston, Albany is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
37.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
9.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
69.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.8% lower
Commute
33.5% lower
Health
30.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.9% lower
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