Salem, Massachusetts vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 39.4% cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $42,392 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Salem, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Salem, Massachusetts
Salem, MA vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Salem, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  14.2% lower
  Health
  37.7% higher
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  Personal
  13.9% lower
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