Rensselaer, New York vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 16.8% more expensive than Rensselaer, New York.

You would need a salary of $110,918 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rensselaer, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Rensselaer, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Rensselaer, New York
Rensselaer, NY vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Rensselaer, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.8% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% higher
  Commute
  32.1% higher
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower