Albany, New York vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 6.6% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $319,864 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Sarasota
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Albany, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% lower
  Commute
  3.8% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% lower