Athens, Ohio vs. Auburn, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Auburn, Alabama is 22.9% more expensive than Athens, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $61,461 in Auburn, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Auburn, Alabama is more expensive than Athens, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Auburn
than in Athens, Ohio
Athens, OH vs. Auburn, AL
Compared to Athens, Auburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.9% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  33.9% higher
  Health
  35.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% higher