Forest, Mississippi vs. Albany, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, Georgia is 5.4% more expensive than Forest, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $52,710 in Albany, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Forest, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, Georgia is more expensive than Forest, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Albany
than in Forest, Mississippi
Forest, MS vs. Albany, GA
Compared to Forest, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  3.5% lower
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher