Chattanooga, Tennessee vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 11.6% more expensive than Chattanooga, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $55,780 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Chattanooga, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
71% more expensive in Albany
than in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Chattanooga, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.6% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% higher
  Commute
  8.3% higher
  Health
  16.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.3% higher