Waco, Texas vs. Helena, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Alabama is 27.4% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $101,901 in Helena, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Alabama is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Helena
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Helena, AL
Compared to Waco, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.4% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  38.2% higher
  Health
  21.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% higher