Athens-Clarke County, Georgia vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 9.5% more expensive than Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $97,486 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Athens-Clarke County, Georgia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
75% more expensive in Albany
than in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia
Athens Clarke County, GA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Athens Clarke County, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.5% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  21.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.6% higher