Alton, Illinois vs. Hartselle, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hartselle, Alabama is 14.5% more expensive than Alton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,231 in Hartselle, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Alton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hartselle, Alabama is more expensive than Alton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
157% more expensive in Hartselle
than in Alton, Illinois
Alton, IL vs. Hartselle, AL
Compared to Alton, Hartselle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  119.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  22.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower