Springfield, Illinois vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 28.0% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $63,992 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Albany
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Springfield, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.0% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  25.1% higher
  Health
  4.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.4% higher