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BIRMINGHAM vs. AUSTIN
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
70.9%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$42,734
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
469% more expensive in Austin
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Birmingham, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
70.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
464.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.9% lower
Commute
24.3% higher
Health
16.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.2% higher
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