Ballston Spa, New York vs. Charlotte, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is 2.8% cheaper than Ballston Spa, New York.

You would need a salary of $72,880 in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Ballston Spa, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is cheaper than Ballston Spa, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
36% cheaper in Charlotte
than in Ballston Spa, New York
Ballston Spa, NY vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to Ballston Spa, Charlotte is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  9.8% higher
  Health
  18.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower