Houghton, Michigan vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 12.3% more expensive than Houghton, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $56,170 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Houghton, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Albany
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Houghton, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.3% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  12.3% higher
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.2% higher