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BIRMINGHAM vs. OTTAWA
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. Ottawa, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ottawa, Illinois is
3.6%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$51,783
in Ottawa, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ottawa, Illinois is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Ottawa
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Ottawa, IL
Compared to Birmingham, Ottawa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.6% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
81.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% lower
Commute
23.6% lower
Health
5.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% higher
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