Albany, New York vs. Southfield, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Southfield, Michigan is 3.2% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $154,819 in Southfield, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Southfield, Michigan is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
56% more expensive in Southfield
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Southfield, MI
Compared to Albany, Southfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  56.6% higher
  Health
  31.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% lower

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