Myrtle Beach, South Carolina vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 10.4% more expensive than Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $55,206 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
132% more expensive in Albany
than in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Myrtle Beach, SC vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Myrtle Beach, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  10.9% higher
  Health
  19.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% higher