Richland, Washington vs. Hoover, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hoover, Alabama is 5.7% more expensive than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $79,266 in Hoover, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hoover, Alabama is more expensive than Richland, Washington
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
41% more expensive in Hoover
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Hoover, AL
Compared to Richland, Hoover is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.9% higher
  Commute
  12.0% higher
  Health
  41.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher