Plattsburgh, New York vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 23.4% more expensive than Plattsburgh, New York.

You would need a salary of $88,849 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Plattsburgh, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Plattsburgh, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Albany
than in Plattsburgh, New York
Plattsburgh, NY vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Plattsburgh, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.4% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.4% higher
  Commute
  34.6% higher
  Health
  6.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% higher