South Lyon, Michigan vs. Gulf Shores, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gulf Shores, Alabama is 12.4% cheaper than South Lyon, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $43,777 in Gulf Shores, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in South Lyon, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gulf Shores, Alabama is cheaper than South Lyon, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% cheaper in Gulf Shores
than in South Lyon, Michigan
South Lyon, MI vs. Gulf Shores, AL
Compared to South Lyon, Gulf Shores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  37.3% lower
  Health
  44.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% lower