Mobile, Alabama vs. Monticello, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monticello, Iowa is 5.3% cheaper than Mobile, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $47,346 in Monticello, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Mobile, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monticello, Iowa is cheaper than Mobile, Alabama
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
22% cheaper in Monticello
than in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile, AL vs. Monticello, IA
Compared to Mobile, Monticello is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  22.5% lower
  Health
  11.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher