Iowa City, Iowa vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 13.2% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $173,624 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Iowa City, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.6% higher
  Commute
  29.1% higher
  Health
  17.3% higher
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  Personal
  8.8% lower
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