Rochester, New York vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 9.0% cheaper than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $90,986 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Rochester, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.0% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  2.4% lower
  Health
  13.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower