Decatur, Georgia vs. Northampton, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Northampton, Massachusetts is 3.6% more expensive than Decatur, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $51,817 in Northampton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Northampton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Decatur, Georgia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% more expensive in Northampton
than in Decatur, Georgia
Decatur, GA vs. Northampton, MA
Compared to Decatur, Northampton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  27.6% lower
  Health
  8.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher