Morgantown, West Virginia vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 6.9% more expensive than Morgantown, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $53,433 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Morgantown, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Morgantown, West Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
69% more expensive in Albany
than in Morgantown, West Virginia
Morgantown, WV vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Morgantown, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.9% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.5% higher
  Commute
  14.1% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% higher