Meridian, Mississippi vs. Dothan, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dothan, Alabama is 11.0% more expensive than Meridian, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $55,509 in Dothan, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dothan, Alabama is more expensive than Meridian, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Dothan
than in Meridian, Mississippi
Meridian, MS vs. Dothan, AL
Compared to Meridian, Dothan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  18.6% higher
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower

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