Springfield, Virginia vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 47.0% cheaper than Springfield, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $26,506 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Springfield, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Springfield, Virginia
Springfield, VA vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Springfield, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.0% 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
  16.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.3% lower