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VIRGINIA BEACH vs. GULF SHORES
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Virginia Beach, Virginia vs. Gulf Shores, Alabama
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Gulf Shores, Alabama is
1.9%
cheaper
than Virginia Beach, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$39,226
in Gulf Shores, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gulf Shores, Alabama is
cheaper
than Virginia Beach, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
55% cheaper in Gulf Shores
than in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach, VA vs. Gulf Shores, AL
Compared to Virginia Beach, Gulf Shores is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
3.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.3% higher
Commute
21.5% lower
Health
9.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.2% lower
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