Millbrook, AL vs Phenix City, AL

Phenix City is moderately more affordable than Millbrook, with a 8.9% lower cost of living index. Millbrook scores 79 compared to 72 for Phenix City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Millbrook can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Millbrook is $1,035/month compared to $926/month in Phenix City — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Phenix City is more affordable at $160,000 median vs $193,600.

Median household income in Millbrook is $64,522 compared to $49,715 in Phenix City (+29.8%). While Millbrook is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Millbrook spend roughly 19.2% of their income on rent, less than the 22.4% in Phenix City.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.4°F vs 66.6°F). Millbrook receives more rainfall at 51.2" per year compared to 48.8" in Phenix City.