Downers Grove, Illinois vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 34.2% cheaper than Downers Grove, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $32,913 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Downers Grove, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Downers Grove, Illinois
Downers Grove, IL vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Downers Grove, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  26.6% lower
  Health
  29.2% higher
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  Personal
  14.2% lower
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