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SEATTLE vs. ALBANY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Seattle, Washington vs. Albany, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Albany, New York is
42.5%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$20,857
in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Albany
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Seattle, Albany is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
74.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
59.9% higher
Commute
36.3% lower
Health
32.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.5% lower
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