Cost of Living Calculator - Forest, Virginia vs Albany, New York


The cost of living in Albany, New York is 0.6% more expensive than Forest, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $100,626 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Forest, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Forest, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% more expensive in Albany
than in Forest, Virginia
Forest, VA vs Albany, NY
Compared to Forest, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% higher
  Commute
  20.8% higher
  Health
  11.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher

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