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CHARLESTON vs. BIRMINGHAM
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Charleston, South Carolina vs. Birmingham, Alabama
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is
31.1%
cheaper
than Charleston, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$50,329
in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is
cheaper
than Charleston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Charleston, Birmingham is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
79.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.6% lower
Commute
6.1% lower
Health
26.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.1% lower
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