Harlingen, Texas vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 7.1% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $16,146 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% more expensive in Birmingham
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Harlingen, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% higher
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  22.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.9% higher