Olathe, Kansas vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 26.6% cheaper than Olathe, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $44,054 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Olathe, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Olathe, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Olathe, Kansas
Olathe, KS vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Olathe, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.6% 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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  2.3% higher
  Health
  20.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% lower