Phoenix, Arizona vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 30.4% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $73,123 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Phoenix, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  25.0% lower
  Health
  31.9% higher
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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