Columbus, Ohio vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 1.3% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $75,955 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
28% more expensive in Tuscaloosa
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to Columbus, Tuscaloosa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  12.5% lower
  Health
  28.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.2% higher