Albany, New York vs. Charles City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charles City, Iowa is 26.8% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $54,870 in Charles City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charles City, Iowa is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Charles City
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Charles City, IA
Compared to Albany, Charles City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.8% lower
      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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  28.5% lower
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower