Phillipsburg, New Jersey vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 3.0% more expensive than Phillipsburg, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $102,988 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Phillipsburg, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Phillipsburg, New Jersey
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
79% more expensive in Albany
than in Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Phillipsburg, NJ vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Phillipsburg, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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)
  74.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  12.9% lower
  Health
  18.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher