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BIRMINGHAM vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
222.3%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$644,489
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1121% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Birmingham, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
222.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
25.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
2,006.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
3.5% lower
Commute
79.0% higher
Health
5.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
27.5% higher
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