Rolla, Missouri vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 12.9% more expensive than Rolla, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $76,774 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rolla, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is more expensive than Rolla, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Tuscaloosa
than in Rolla, Missouri
Rolla, MO vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to Rolla, Tuscaloosa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  29.2% higher
  Health
  5.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.1% higher