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Relocation guide
Moving to Albany
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
100,081
Median age 31.9
Median household income
$59,485
Median rent
$1,178/mo
Median home value
$223,000
Schools
35
8 districts
Summer high / winter low
84° / 16°
Pros
- Homes cost 26% less than the US median ($223,000).
- Mild weather in May, August, September, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 92 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Household incomes are 24% below the US median ($59,485).
- Property taxes are high: about 2.35% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Cold winters: January lows average 16°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Albany?
Albany spans 10 zip codes. Median home values range from $139,800 to $264,200 by zip.
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Is Albany a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Homes cost 26% less than the US median ($223,000). Mild weather in May, August, September, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Household incomes are 24% below the US median ($59,485). Property taxes are high: about 2.35% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
How much do I need to earn to live in Albany?
The median household earns $59,485. Rent at the median ($1,178/month) is about 24% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $47,120 a year.
How many schools are in Albany?
35 public and private schools across 8 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Albany?
Highs average 84°F in July and lows 16°F in January. The most comfortable months are May, August, September.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.