Albany, California vs. Kensington, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kensington, California is 18.8% more expensive than Albany, California.

You would need a salary of $59,382 in Kensington, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kensington, California is more expensive than Albany, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
14% more expensive in Kensington
than in Albany, California
Albany, CA vs. Kensington, CA
Compared to Albany, Kensington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.8% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  9.3% higher
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower

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