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ALBANY vs. SAN FRANCISCO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Albany, New York vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
152.8%
more expensive
than Albany, New York.
You would need a salary of
$214,922
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
388% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Albany, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
152.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
15.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
648.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.4% lower
Commute
80.6% higher
Health
1.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.5% higher
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