Niceville, Florida vs. Gulf Shores, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gulf Shores, Alabama is 7.1% cheaper than Niceville, Florida.

You would need a salary of $46,425 in Gulf Shores, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Niceville, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gulf Shores, Alabama is cheaper than Niceville, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Gulf Shores
than in Niceville, Florida
Niceville, FL vs. Gulf Shores, AL
Compared to Niceville, Gulf Shores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  10.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower