Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Albany, New York


The cost of living in Albany, New York is 18.6% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $61,076 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Albany
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Albany, NY
Compared to Meridian, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.6% lower
      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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.8% higher
  Commute
  3.1% lower
  Health
  16.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% higher

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