Dubuque, Iowa vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 17.7% more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $58,841 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Albany
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Dubuque, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% 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
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  23.7% higher
  Health
  11.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% higher