Santa Monica, California vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 64.5% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $17,745 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% cheaper in Albany
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Santa Monica, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  64.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  36.1% higher
  Commute
  43.4% lower
  Health
  29.5% higher
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  Personal
  6.9% higher
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