Cost of Living Calculator - Houghton, New York vs Albany, New York


The cost of living in Albany, New York is 24.5% more expensive than Houghton, New York.

You would need a salary of $62,258 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Houghton, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Albany
than in Houghton, New York
Houghton, NY vs Albany, NY
Compared to Houghton, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.5% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  13.0% higher
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.1% higher

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