Boston, Massachusetts vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 50.7% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $24,674 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Boston, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  32.9% lower
  Health
  36.0% higher
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  Personal
  26.8% lower
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