San Diego, California vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 52.8% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $66,072 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% cheaper in Birmingham
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to San Diego, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.8% 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
  14.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  26.5% lower
  Health
  37.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower