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ALBANY vs. COLUMBIA
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Albany, New York vs. Columbia, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is
12.4%
cheaper
than Albany, New York.
You would need a salary of
$30,648
in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is
cheaper
than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Columbia
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Albany, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
25.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% lower
Commute
12.8% lower
Health
1.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% lower
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