Utica, New York vs. Muscle Shoals, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Muscle Shoals, Alabama is 1.0% cheaper than Utica, New York.

You would need a salary of $74,283 in Muscle Shoals, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Utica, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Muscle Shoals, Alabama is cheaper than Utica, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% cheaper in Muscle Shoals
than in Utica, New York
Utica, NY vs. Muscle Shoals, AL
Compared to Utica, Muscle Shoals is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  3.7% lower
  Health
  6.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower