Columbus, Georgia vs. Montgomery, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Alabama is 1.2% more expensive than Columbus, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $75,884 in Montgomery, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Alabama is more expensive than Columbus, Georgia
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% more expensive in Montgomery
than in Columbus, Georgia
Columbus, GA vs. Montgomery, AL
Compared to Columbus, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  2.0% higher
  Health
  21.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher