Marina, California vs. Gulf Shores, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gulf Shores, Alabama is 34.2% cheaper than Marina, California.

You would need a salary of $32,911 in Gulf Shores, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Marina, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gulf Shores, Alabama is cheaper than Marina, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Gulf Shores
than in Marina, California
Marina, CA vs. Gulf Shores, AL
Compared to Marina, Gulf Shores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.2% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  27.0% lower
  Health
  19.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower

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