Albany, New York vs. Schaumburg, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Schaumburg, Illinois is 11.3% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $55,648 in Schaumburg, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Schaumburg, Illinois is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Schaumburg
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Schaumburg, IL
Compared to Albany, Schaumburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% lower
  Commute
  43.2% higher
  Health
  24.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower