Salem, Oregon vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 5.8% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $39 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Albany
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Salem, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.7% higher
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  25.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% higher