St. Joseph, Michigan vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 7.6% more expensive than St. Joseph, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $80,686 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Joseph, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than St. Joseph, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
97% more expensive in Albany
than in St. Joseph, Michigan
St. Joseph, MI vs. Albany, NY
Compared to St. Joseph, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.5% higher
  Commute
  0.1% higher
  Health
  26.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.3% higher