Albany, New York vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 21.6% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $45,498 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Albany, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  0.9% higher
  Health
  4.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% lower