Providence, Rhode Island vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 30.0% cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $35,014 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Providence, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.0% 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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% lower
  Commute
  20.6% lower
  Health
  39.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.8% lower