North Chicago, Illinois vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 22.6% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $61,309 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% more expensive in Albany
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Albany, NY
Compared to North Chicago, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.6% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.0% higher
  Commute
  21.0% higher
  Health
  21.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower