salaryMobile is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Mobile to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$1,257
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,109
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$57,762
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$193,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
88.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$968
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$196
👥 People living there
201,528
203,416
Commute to work
21.1 min
22.8 min
College degree
24.7%
32%
Own their home
50.8%
54%
Below poverty line
20.1%
18.4%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Mobile for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Mobile | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $26,860 | +46% in Mobile |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $60,710 | -24% in Mobile |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $47,000 | -20% in Mobile |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $48,540 | -18% in Mobile |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,140 | $30,880 | -17% in Mobile |
| Nurse Practitioner | $120,270 | $103,480 | -14% in Mobile |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $94,350 | +12% in Mobile |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,760 | $57,030 | -11% in Mobile |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Mobile cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,458 in Augusta.
What salary do I need in Mobile to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $57,516 a year gives the same standard of living in Mobile.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Mobile?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $57,762 in Mobile, 4% more in Augusta.