Homewood, Alabama vs. Athens, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 24.5% cheaper than Homewood, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $37,741 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Homewood, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is cheaper than Homewood, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Athens
than in Homewood, Alabama
Homewood, AL vs. Athens, AL
Compared to Homewood, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.5% lower
      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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  8.3% lower
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher