Brownsville, Texas vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 3.1% more expensive than Brownsville, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,567 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Brownsville, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is more expensive than Brownsville, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% more expensive in Birmingham
than in Brownsville, Texas
Brownsville, TX vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Brownsville, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% higher
  Commute
  3.3% higher
  Health
  22.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.0% higher