Cost of Living Calculator - Ballston Spa, New York vs Arcata, California


The cost of living in Arcata, California is 5.5% more expensive than Ballston Spa, New York.

You would need a salary of $52,729 in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ballston Spa, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is more expensive than Ballston Spa, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Arcata
than in Ballston Spa, New York
Ballston Spa, NY vs Arcata, CA
Compared to Ballston Spa, Arcata is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.4% lower
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower

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