Chicago, Illinois vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 10.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $161,732 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Albany
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Chicago, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.5% higher
  Commute
  36.8% lower
  Health
  32.7% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.5% higher
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