Albany, New York vs. Walnut Creek, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walnut Creek, California is 105.0% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $102,487 in Walnut Creek, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walnut Creek, California is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
304% more expensive in Walnut Creek
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Walnut Creek, CA
Compared to Albany, Walnut Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  105.0% 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
  11.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  374.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  45.5% higher
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower