Albany, CA vs Richmond, CA

Rent & cost of living comparison

Richmond, CA is 6% cheaper to rent than Albany, CA, with median rents of $2,538 vs $2,694. Household income is higher in Albany, CA ($144,107 vs $95,391). Albany, CA has a notably higher share of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher (77.8%).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents