Munster, Indiana vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 24.2% cheaper than Munster, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $98,509 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Munster, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Munster, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Munster, Indiana
Munster, IN vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Munster, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.2% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  8.1% lower
  Health
  30.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower