New York, New York vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 48.1% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,525 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is cheaper than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Tuscaloosa
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to New York, Tuscaloosa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.1% 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
  18.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.7% lower
  Commute
  56.5% lower
  Health
  10.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower