San Diego, California vs. Athens, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 46.3% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $40,305 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Athens
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Athens, AL
Compared to San Diego, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.3% 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
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  37.3% lower
  Health
  39.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower