San Francisco, California vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 60.5% cheaper than San Francisco, California.

You would need a salary of $49,832 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Albany
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to San Francisco, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  60.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  44.6% lower
  Health
  1.7% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.8% lower
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