Columbus, Georgia vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 0.9% cheaper than Columbus, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $21,798 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Columbus, Georgia
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
22% more expensive in Birmingham
than in Columbus, Georgia
Columbus, GA vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Columbus, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% lower
      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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  10.8% higher
  Health
  22.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher