Athens, Ohio vs. Mobile, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mobile, Alabama is 4.4% more expensive than Athens, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,204 in Mobile, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mobile, Alabama is more expensive than Athens, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% more expensive in Mobile
than in Athens, Ohio
Athens, OH vs. Mobile, AL
Compared to Athens, Mobile is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  49.9% higher
  Health
  29.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher