salaryMobile is 9% 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
$1,723
$1,257
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,628
$1,109
💵 Families earn per year
$84,177
$57,762
🔑 Buying a house
$372,900
$193,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
88.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,541
$968
⚡ Electric bill per month
$120
$196
👥 People living there
278,001
203,416
Commute to work
19.4 min
22.8 min
College degree
59.9%
32%
Own their home
46%
54%
Below poverty line
16.4%
18.4%
Unemployment
2.7%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Mobile for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Madison | Mobile | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $80,580 | $47,000 | -42% in Mobile |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,340 | $60,710 | -39% in Mobile |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,260 | $30,880 | -32% in Mobile |
| Plumber | $85,160 | $59,410 | -30% in Mobile |
| Medical Assistant | $48,750 | $36,350 | -25% in Mobile |
| HVAC Technician | $63,150 | $47,960 | -24% in Mobile |
| Carpenter | $63,480 | $48,540 | -24% in Mobile |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,080 | $103,480 | -22% in Mobile |
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison or Mobile cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Mobile to match $60,000 in Madison?
About $54,333 a year gives the same standard of living in Mobile.
Where do people earn more, Madison or Mobile?
The typical household earns $84,177 in Madison and $57,762 in Mobile, 46% more in Madison.