New York, New York vs. Gulf Shores, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gulf Shores, Alabama is 39.9% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $45,062 in Gulf Shores, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gulf Shores, Alabama is cheaper than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Gulf Shores
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Gulf Shores, AL
Compared to New York, Gulf Shores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.9% 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
  14.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.6% lower
  Commute
  57.5% lower
  Health
  9.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.4% lower