Plano, Texas vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 26.3% cheaper than Plano, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,270 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Plano, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is cheaper than Plano, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Decatur
than in Plano, Texas
Plano, TX vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to Plano, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.3% 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
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  10.2% lower
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher