Cost of Living Calculator - Albany, New York vs Watertown, South Dakota


The cost of living in Watertown, South Dakota is 12.1% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $65,907 in Watertown, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watertown, South Dakota is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
64% cheaper in Watertown
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs Watertown, SD
Compared to Albany, Watertown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% lower
      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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.6% lower
  Commute
  32.3% lower
  Health
  3.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower

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