Rochester, Michigan vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 35.4% cheaper than Rochester, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $32,295 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Rochester, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Rochester, Michigan
Rochester, MI vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Rochester, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.4% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  52.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% lower