Scotia, New York vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 8.2% cheaper than Scotia, New York.

You would need a salary of $45,890 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Scotia, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is cheaper than Scotia, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% cheaper in Decatur
than in Scotia, New York
Scotia, NY vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to Scotia, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.7% lower
  Commute
  2.1% lower
  Health
  0.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% lower