Burlington, Iowa vs. Montgomery, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Alabama is 12.5% more expensive than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $56,259 in Montgomery, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Alabama is more expensive than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Montgomery
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs. Montgomery, AL
Compared to Burlington, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  34.5% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher