Spanish Fort, Alabama vs. Helena, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Alabama is 2.3% more expensive than Spanish Fort, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $51,171 in Helena, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Spanish Fort, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Alabama is more expensive than Spanish Fort, Alabama
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
21% more expensive in Helena
than in Spanish Fort, Alabama
Spanish Fort, AL vs. Helena, AL
Compared to Spanish Fort, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  21.7% higher
  Health
  5.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher