Sandston, Virginia vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 5.1% more expensive than Sandston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $52,560 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Sandston, Virginia
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
21% more expensive in Albany
than in Sandston, Virginia
Sandston, VA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Sandston, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  0.2% higher
  Health
  19.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher