Whittier, California vs. Auburn, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Auburn, Alabama is 34.8% cheaper than Whittier, California.

You would need a salary of $32,577 in Auburn, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Whittier, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Auburn, Alabama is cheaper than Whittier, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Auburn
than in Whittier, California
Whittier, CA vs. Auburn, AL
Compared to Whittier, Auburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.8% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  50.7% lower
  Health
  40.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher