Manhattan, New York vs. Montgomery, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Alabama is 65.1% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $15,711 in Montgomery, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Alabama is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Montgomery
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Montgomery, AL
Compared to Manhattan, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  65.1% 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
  22.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.3% lower
  Commute
  49.4% lower
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  36.7% lower