Houlton, Maine vs. Montgomery, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Alabama is 7.5% more expensive than Houlton, Maine.

You would need a salary of $80,633 in Montgomery, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Houlton, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Alabama is more expensive than Houlton, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
23% more expensive in Montgomery
than in Houlton, Maine
Houlton, ME vs. Montgomery, AL
Compared to Houlton, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% 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
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  23.9% higher
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower