Destin, Florida vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 37.4% cheaper than Destin, Florida.

You would need a salary of $46,960 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Destin, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Destin, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Destin, Florida
Destin, FL vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Destin, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.4% lower
      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
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  17.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower