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HOUSTON vs. TUSCALOOSA
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Houston, Texas vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is
8.4%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$41,230
in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Tuscaloosa
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to Houston, Tuscaloosa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
17.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.0% higher
Commute
33.8% lower
Health
20.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.8% higher
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