Albany, New York vs. Reston, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is 42.4% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $71,192 in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in Reston
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Albany, Reston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.4% 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
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  145.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% lower
  Commute
  40.9% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher