Gulf Shores, Alabama vs. Destin, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Destin, Florida is 19.3% cheaper than Gulf Shores, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $0 in Destin, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Destin, Florida is cheaper than Gulf Shores, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Destin
than in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Gulf Shores, AL vs. Destin, FL
Compared to Gulf Shores, Destin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.3% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% higher
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  9.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher