Amherst, New York vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 7.2% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $53,611 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
19% more expensive in Albany
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Amherst, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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      Child Care, Taxes Considered
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
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  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Food
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  6.2% lower
  Health
  11.0% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  21.4% higher
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