Spearfish, South Dakota vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 0.6% more expensive than Spearfish, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $60,375 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Spearfish, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Spearfish, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
105% more expensive in Albany
than in Spearfish, South Dakota
Spearfish, SD vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Spearfish, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% higher
  Commute
  27.5% higher
  Health
  19.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% higher