Oxford, Mississippi vs. Athens, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 4.2% more expensive than Oxford, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $78,174 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Oxford, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is more expensive than Oxford, Mississippi
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
19% more expensive in Athens
than in Oxford, Mississippi
Oxford, MS vs. Athens, AL
Compared to Oxford, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  15.5% higher
  Health
  19.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher