Albany, New York vs. North Adams, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Adams, Massachusetts is 13.0% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $43,523 in North Adams, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Adams, Massachusetts is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in North Adams
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. North Adams, MA
Compared to Albany, North Adams is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  17.1% lower
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower

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