Opelika, Alabama vs. Roswell, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roswell, Georgia is 43.3% more expensive than Opelika, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $71,670 in Roswell, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Opelika, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roswell, Georgia is more expensive than Opelika, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
130% more expensive in Roswell
than in Opelika, Alabama
Opelika, AL vs. Roswell, GA
Compared to Opelika, Roswell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.3% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  133.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  58.7% higher
  Health
  19.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower