West Lafayette, Indiana vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 6.7% more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $53,374 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
74% more expensive in Albany
than in West Lafayette, Indiana
West Lafayette, IN vs. Albany, NY
Compared to West Lafayette, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  24.3% higher
  Health
  27.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.2% higher