Wise, Virginia vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 30.9% more expensive than Wise, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $65,468 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Wise, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Wise, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Albany
than in Wise, Virginia
Wise, VA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Wise, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.9% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.0% higher
  Commute
  25.5% higher
  Health
  10.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.2% higher