Marietta, Georgia vs. Bessemer, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bessemer, Alabama is 32.7% cheaper than Marietta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $33,631 in Bessemer, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Marietta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bessemer, Alabama is cheaper than Marietta, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Bessemer
than in Marietta, Georgia
Marietta, GA vs. Bessemer, AL
Compared to Marietta, Bessemer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  26.3% lower
  Health
  23.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower