Cost of Living Calculator - Albany, New York vs Stanford, California


The cost of living in Stanford, California is 358.4% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $412,601 in Stanford, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stanford, California is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
954% more expensive in Stanford
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs Stanford, CA
Compared to Albany, Stanford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  358.4% 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
  24.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,481.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.3% lower
  Commute
  42.0% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower

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