Fairhope, Alabama vs. Decatur, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Georgia is 1.5% cheaper than Fairhope, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $98,548 in Decatur, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairhope, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Georgia is cheaper than Fairhope, Alabama
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
15% cheaper in Decatur
than in Fairhope, Alabama
Fairhope, AL vs. Decatur, GA
Compared to Fairhope, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  103.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  55.9% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher