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SAN FRANCISCO vs. ALBANY
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San Francisco, California vs. Albany, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Albany, New York is
60.5%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$59,324
in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Albany
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to San Francisco, Albany is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
60.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
86.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.8% higher
Commute
44.6% lower
Health
1.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.8% lower
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