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BIRMINGHAM vs. CHICAGO
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
41.9%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$106,407
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
180% more expensive in Chicago
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Birmingham, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
41.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
4.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
250.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.1% lower
Commute
56.7% higher
Health
27.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.5% higher
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