Columbus, Indiana vs. Irondale, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irondale, Alabama is 9.9% more expensive than Columbus, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $54,928 in Irondale, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irondale, Alabama is more expensive than Columbus, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Irondale
than in Columbus, Indiana
Columbus, IN vs. Irondale, AL
Compared to Columbus, Irondale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.9% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  30.4% higher
  Health
  29.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower