San Marcos, California vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 37.9% cheaper than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $31,049 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Albany
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to San Marcos, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.9% lower
      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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  31.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher