Paramus, New Jersey vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 39.5% cheaper than Paramus, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $54,417 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Paramus, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Paramus, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Albany
than in Paramus, New Jersey
Paramus, NJ vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Paramus, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.5% 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
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  37.8% lower
  Health
  19.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower