Muncie, Indiana vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 12.4% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $56,224 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Decatur
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to Muncie, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  6.2% higher
  Health
  24.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower