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BIRMINGHAM vs. CHARLOTTE
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. Charlotte, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is
31.7%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$542,587
in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
276% more expensive in Charlotte
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to Birmingham, Charlotte is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
249.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.7% lower
Commute
10.5% higher
Health
22.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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