Memphis, Tennessee vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 41.2% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $70,581 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
145% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Memphis, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.2% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  201.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% higher
  Commute
  29.8% higher
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.3% higher