New Paltz, New York vs. Alma, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alma, Michigan is 25.6% cheaper than New Paltz, New York.

You would need a salary of $37,188 in Alma, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in New Paltz, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alma, Michigan is cheaper than New Paltz, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Alma
than in New Paltz, New York
New Paltz, NY vs. Alma, MI
Compared to New Paltz, Alma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.6% lower
      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
  15.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.9% lower
  Commute
  30.4% lower
  Health
  30.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower