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SANTA CRUZ vs. ALBANY
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs Albany, New York

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 52.6% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $28,452 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Albany
than in Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz, CA vs Albany, NY

Compared to Santa Cruz, Albany is:

Homeowner

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52.6% lower

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9.5% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

79.7% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

17.6% higher

Commute

20.7% lower

Health

7.0% higher

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Personal

6.3% higher

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