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PHOENIX vs. BIRMINGHAM
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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
$52,231
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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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
72.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% lower
Commute
25.0% lower
Health
31.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.6% lower
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