Altoona, Pennsylvania vs. Jackson, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Alabama is 0.9% cheaper than Altoona, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $49,532 in Jackson, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Alabama is cheaper than Altoona, Pennsylvania
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% cheaper in Jackson
than in Altoona, Pennsylvania
Altoona, PA vs. Jackson, AL
Compared to Altoona, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  19.5% lower
  Health
  32.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower