Austell, GA vs Springfield, GA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Springfield is 21.3% cheaper than Austell. With a cost index of 82 vs 99, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Springfield to Austell should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Austell is $1,426/month compared to $1,106/month in Springfield — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Springfield is more affordable at $180,900 median vs $255,700.

Median household income in Austell is $67,500 compared to $56,389 in Springfield (+19.7%). The higher salaries in Austell partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Austell spend roughly 25.4% of their income on rent, more than the 23.5% in Springfield.