Merrifield, Virginia vs. Albany, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, California is 46.4% more expensive than Merrifield, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $362,301 in Albany, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Merrifield, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, California is more expensive than Merrifield, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
96% more expensive in Albany
than in Merrifield, Virginia
Merrifield, VA vs. Albany, CA
Compared to Merrifield, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.4% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% lower
  Commute
  6.0% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower