Rochester, New York vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 16.0% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $49,294 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% more expensive in Albany
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Rochester, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.0% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  145.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  3.3% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher