Cost of Living Calculator - Albany, New York vs Surprise, Arizona


The cost of living in Surprise, Arizona is 11.5% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $55,751 in Surprise, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Surprise, Arizona is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Surprise
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs Surprise, AZ
Compared to Albany, Surprise is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.5% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  20.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower

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