Benton Harbor, Michigan vs. Auburn, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Auburn, Alabama is 35.7% more expensive than Benton Harbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $67,872 in Auburn, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Benton Harbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Auburn, Alabama is more expensive than Benton Harbor, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
209% more expensive in Auburn
than in Benton Harbor, Michigan
Benton Harbor, MI vs. Auburn, AL
Compared to Benton Harbor, Auburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.7% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  350.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.1% higher
  Commute
  18.6% lower
  Health
  32.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.4% higher