Spokane, Washington vs. Rainbow City, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rainbow City, Alabama is 12.8% cheaper than Spokane, Washington.

You would need a salary of $39,249 in Rainbow City, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Spokane, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rainbow City, Alabama is cheaper than Spokane, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Rainbow City
than in Spokane, Washington
Spokane, WA vs. Rainbow City, AL
Compared to Spokane, Rainbow City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.9% higher
  Commute
  5.6% lower
  Health
  39.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower