Birmingham, Alabama vs. Panama City, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Panama City, Florida is 16.8% more expensive than Birmingham, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $37,369 in Panama City, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Panama City, Florida is more expensive than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
149% more expensive in Panama City
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Panama City, FL
Compared to Birmingham, Panama City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.8% higher
      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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  191.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  1.8% higher
  Health
  18.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher