Albany, New York vs. Aspen, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aspen, Colorado is 217.0% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $158,497 in Aspen, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aspen, Colorado is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1083% more expensive in Aspen
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Aspen, CO
Compared to Albany, Aspen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  217.0% 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
  18.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  787.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.9% lower
  Commute
  11.2% lower
  Health
  30.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.0% higher