Emporia, Kansas vs. Montgomery, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Alabama is 4.9% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $52,442 in Montgomery, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Alabama is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
29% more expensive in Montgomery
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Montgomery, AL
Compared to Emporia, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  29.2% higher
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower