Albany, New York vs. Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pittsfield, Massachusetts is 8.3% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $27,513 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
31% cheaper in Pittsfield
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Pittsfield, MA
Compared to Albany, Pittsfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.3% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  16.3% lower
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower