Pocatello, Idaho vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 11.8% more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $40,255 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
111% more expensive in Albany
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Pocatello, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.0% higher
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  8.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.7% higher