Lincoln, Illinois vs. Auburn, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Auburn, Alabama is 39.2% more expensive than Lincoln, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $76,576 in Auburn, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Auburn, Alabama is more expensive than Lincoln, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
219% more expensive in Auburn
than in Lincoln, Illinois
Lincoln, IL vs. Auburn, AL
Compared to Lincoln, Auburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.2% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  209.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  22.8% higher
  Health
  9.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% higher