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CHICAGO vs. ALBANY
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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
$260,547
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
19.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.5% higher
Commute
36.8% lower
Health
32.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.5% higher
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