Cost of Living Calculator - Rainier, Washington vs Athens, Alabama


The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 25.2% cheaper than Rainier, Washington.

You would need a salary of $44,857 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rainier, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is cheaper than Rainier, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Athens
than in Rainier, Washington
Rainier, WA vs Athens, AL
Compared to Rainier, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% 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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.8% higher
  Commute
  38.0% lower
  Health
  42.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower

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