Albany, New York vs. Lakewood, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakewood, Colorado is 34.6% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $34,999 in Lakewood, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, Colorado is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
121% more expensive in Lakewood
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Lakewood, CO
Compared to Albany, Lakewood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.6% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  122.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  33.7% higher
  Health
  28.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower