Rocky Mount, North Carolina vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 27.6% more expensive than Rocky Mount, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $63,823 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rocky Mount, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Rocky Mount, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Albany
than in Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Rocky Mount, NC vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Rocky Mount, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.6% 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
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  101.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  18.5% higher
  Health
  10.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.8% higher