Birmingham, Michigan vs. Westminster, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westminster, California is 21.1% more expensive than Birmingham, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $60,538 in Westminster, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westminster, California is more expensive than Birmingham, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% more expensive in Westminster
than in Birmingham, Michigan
Birmingham, MI vs. Westminster, CA
Compared to Birmingham, Westminster is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.1% higher
      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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  6.1% higher
  Health
  16.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower