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BIRMINGHAM vs. GRAND RAPIDS
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is
18.2%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$88,672
in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
144% more expensive in Grand Rapids
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Birmingham, Grand Rapids is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.2% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
151.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.1% lower
Commute
7.6% higher
Health
33.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.4% higher
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