Columbus, Ohio vs. Gulf Shores, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gulf Shores, Alabama is 17.2% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $44,553 in Gulf Shores, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gulf Shores, Alabama is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in Gulf Shores
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Gulf Shores, AL
Compared to Columbus, Gulf Shores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% 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% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  14.7% lower
  Health
  29.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher