Independence, Missouri vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 11.5% cheaper than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $44,269 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Independence, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.5% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  4.2% lower
  Health
  19.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower