Columbus, Ohio vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 11.7% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $94,936 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Albany
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Columbus, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% higher
  Commute
  2.8% lower
  Health
  30.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.0% higher