Russellville, Arkansas vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 2.4% more expensive than Russellville, Arkansas.

You would need a salary of $51,218 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Russellville, Arkansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is more expensive than Russellville, Arkansas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% more expensive in Birmingham
than in Russellville, Arkansas
Russellville, AR vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to Russellville, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% higher
      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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  39.0% higher
  Health
  31.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower