Cost of Living Calculator - Helena, Alabama vs Acton, Massachusetts


The cost of living in Acton, Massachusetts is 49.4% more expensive than Helena, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $74,677 in Acton, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Acton, Massachusetts is more expensive than Helena, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
124% more expensive in Acton
than in Helena, Alabama
Helena, AL vs Acton, MA
Compared to Helena, Acton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.4% 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
  14.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  205.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.5% higher
  Commute
  6.2% higher
  Health
  27.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.8% higher

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