Monroe, Louisiana vs. Athens, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 6.7% more expensive than Monroe, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $53,342 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is more expensive than Monroe, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Athens
than in Monroe, Louisiana
Monroe, LA vs. Athens, AL
Compared to Monroe, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  10.0% lower
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower