Albany, New York vs. Grand Forks, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Forks, North Dakota is 11.1% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $46,679 in Grand Forks, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Forks, North Dakota is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% cheaper in Grand Forks
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Grand Forks, ND
Compared to Albany, Grand Forks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  22.4% lower
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower