Albany, Oregon vs. Independence, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 14.8% cheaper than Albany, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $42,580 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is cheaper than Albany, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Independence
than in Albany, Oregon
Albany, OR vs. Independence, MO
Compared to Albany, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.9% higher
  Commute
  9.4% higher
  Health
  7.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher