Albany, New York vs. Charles Town, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charles Town, West Virginia is 17.8% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $58,912 in Charles Town, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charles Town, West Virginia is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Charles Town
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Charles Town, WV
Compared to Albany, Charles Town is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.9% lower
  Commute
  59.8% higher
  Health
  6.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% lower