Highland, Illinois vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 0.8% more expensive than Highland, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $42,339 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Highland, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is more expensive than Highland, Illinois
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% more expensive in Tuscaloosa
than in Highland, Illinois
Highland, IL vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to Highland, Tuscaloosa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  12.2% lower
  Health
  21.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% higher