Helena, Alabama vs. Columbia, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, Tennessee is 2.4% cheaper than Helena, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $68,328 in Columbia, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Tennessee is cheaper than Helena, Alabama
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
10% cheaper in Columbia
than in Helena, Alabama
Helena, AL vs. Columbia, TN
Compared to Helena, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  3.6% higher
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower