Bakersfield, California vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 15.4% cheaper than Bakersfield, California.

You would need a salary of $7,616 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is cheaper than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Tuscaloosa
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to Bakersfield, Tuscaloosa is:
  Homeowner
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  15.4% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.3% lower
  Commute
  23.9% lower
  Health
  25.2% higher
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  Personal
  9.0% higher
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