Topeka, Kansas vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 22.5% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $122,462 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Albany
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Topeka, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.5% higher
      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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  18.5% higher
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% higher