Helena, Alabama vs. Bedford, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bedford, Texas is 4.7% more expensive than Helena, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $52,338 in Bedford, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bedford, Texas is more expensive than Helena, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Bedford
than in Helena, Alabama
Helena, AL vs. Bedford, TX
Compared to Helena, Bedford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  11.0% higher
  Health
  18.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher