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CHICAGO vs. BIRMINGHAM
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Birmingham, Alabama
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is
29.5%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$105,726
in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Chicago, Birmingham is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
71.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% higher
Commute
36.2% lower
Health
38.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.9% lower
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