Rockford, Michigan vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 27.0% cheaper than Rockford, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $36,500 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockford, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than Rockford, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Birmingham
than in Rockford, Michigan
Rockford, MI vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Rockford, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.0% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  13.9% lower
  Health
  50.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower