Athens, Tennessee vs. Rome, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rome, Georgia is 5.6% more expensive than Athens, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $82,379 in Rome, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rome, Georgia is more expensive than Athens, Tennessee
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
36% more expensive in Rome
than in Athens, Tennessee
Athens, TN vs. Rome, GA
Compared to Athens, Rome is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  25.9% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher