Christiansburg, Virginia vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 10.8% more expensive than Christiansburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,396 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Christiansburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Christiansburg, Virginia
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
21% more expensive in Albany
than in Christiansburg, Virginia
Christiansburg, VA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Christiansburg, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.0% higher
  Commute
  20.8% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher