Muncie, Indiana vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 5.9% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $63,524 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% more expensive in Birmingham
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Muncie, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  18.8% higher
  Health
  31.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower