Rome, New York vs. Decatur, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Georgia is 22.7% more expensive than Rome, New York.

You would need a salary of $61,325 in Decatur, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Georgia is more expensive than Rome, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
264% more expensive in Decatur
than in Rome, New York
Rome, NY vs. Decatur, GA
Compared to Rome, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.7% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  498.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  45.3% higher
  Health
  11.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher