Augusta, Maine vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 8.7% cheaper than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $45,657 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Augusta, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Augusta, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  37.7% higher
  Health
  30.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower