Dothan, Alabama vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 21.2% more expensive than Dothan, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $121,231 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Dothan, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Dothan, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Albany
than in Dothan, Alabama
Dothan, AL vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Dothan, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.2% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  10.7% higher
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.0% higher