Akron, Ohio vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 27.0% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $63,498 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Tuscaloosa
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to Akron, Tuscaloosa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.0% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  129.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% higher
  Commute
  1.9% lower
  Health
  31.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.5% higher