Portland, Oregon vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 42.8% cheaper than Portland, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $285,848 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Portland, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  26.4% higher
  Commute
  31.9% lower
  Health
  34.7% higher
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  Personal
  16.5% lower
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