Detroit, Michigan vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 14.7% cheaper than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $53,767 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Detroit, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Detroit, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  50.4% lower
  Health
  49.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower