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BIRMINGHAM vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
38.7%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$325,887
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Birmingham, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.7% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
9.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
134.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.6% higher
Commute
60.5% higher
Health
16.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
18.8% higher
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