Binghamton, New York vs. Albany, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, California is 186.1% more expensive than Binghamton, New York.

You would need a salary of $143,039 in Albany, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Binghamton, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, California is more expensive than Binghamton, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
852% more expensive in Albany
than in Binghamton, New York
Binghamton, NY vs. Albany, CA
Compared to Binghamton, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  186.1% 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
  15.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,168.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  58.9% higher
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% higher