Oxford, Alabama vs. Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rocky Mount, North Carolina is 5.5% cheaper than Oxford, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $47,250 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Oxford, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rocky Mount, North Carolina is cheaper than Oxford, Alabama
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
31% cheaper in Rocky Mount
than in Oxford, Alabama
Oxford, AL vs. Rocky Mount, NC
Compared to Oxford, Rocky Mount is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% lower
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  10.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher