Santa Clara, California vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 59.0% cheaper than Santa Clara, California.

You would need a salary of $27,501 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Albany
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Santa Clara, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.0% 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
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.9% higher
  Commute
  37.7% lower
  Health
  8.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher