Central Square, New York vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 8.3% cheaper than Central Square, New York.

You would need a salary of $82,509 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Central Square, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is cheaper than Central Square, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Decatur
than in Central Square, New York
Central Square, NY vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to Central Square, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.3% lower
      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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  20.6% lower
  Health
  1.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower