Head to head
Fayetteville, NC vs Mobile, AL
Mobile is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $44/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $0 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Fayetteville65 | Mobile63 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,736 | $3,692 |
| Salary for comfort | $68,000/yr | $68,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,401 | $1,311 |
| Median home value | $171,900 | $170,300 |
| Median household income | $56,395 | $51,090 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Housing score | 71 | 65 |
| Jobs score | 56 | 56 |
| Safety score | 60 | 60 |
| Climate score | 69 | 61 |
| Amenities score | 24 | 21 |
| Population | 209.7K | 185.1K |
| Summer high / winter low | 91° / 33° | 90° / 40° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Fayetteville, NC
Mobile, AL