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HOUSTON vs. BIRMINGHAM
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Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Birmingham, Alabama

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 20.7% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $167,248 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Houston, Texas

Houston, TX vs Birmingham, AL

Compared to Houston, Birmingham is:

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20.7% lower

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4.9% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

64.7% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

4.7% higher

Commute

25.7% lower

Health

28.3% higher

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Personal

5.9% lower

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