Franklin, Kentucky vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 5.9% more expensive than Franklin, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $52,964 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Franklin, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is more expensive than Franklin, Kentucky
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
24% more expensive in Decatur
than in Franklin, Kentucky
Franklin, KY vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to Franklin, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% higher