1. Albany might be overshadowed by New York City, but that doesn't mean you won't find killer restaurants here too.
2. And its Walk Score is nothing to sneeze at.
3. Plus there are plenty of options for public transit.
Each label designates a public transit stop
4. Not that many people use them.
5. You'd think they would considering that gas prices are almost the same as in New York City.
6. Although most people don't have to go too far.
7. Just because you're not in the Big Apple doesn't mean you'll be searching for bars.
8. But you are sure to find other types of Apple lovers.
Red dots = iPhones, green dots = Androids
9. You won't have to pay through the nose for real estate here.
10. Although many people opt to rent anyway.
11. Forgot to get milk at the store? No problem, there are plenty of options.
Each label designates a grocery store
12. And unlike in parts of New York City. you don't have to avoid going out at night in Albany.
13. While it is true that Albany isn't too popular with kids.
14. And some people still haven't exactly embraced diversity.
15. All you grown-ups won't have trouble finding a job.
16. Or a date for that matter.
17. Although not everyone is lucky enough to have a paycheck coming in.
18. Especially if you're interested in getting into retail without paying sky-high prices for space on Fifth Avenue.
19. No matter where you work, you're most likely to find other well-educated minds.
20. Although it looks like New York still has the monopoly on residents from other countries.
