San Jose, California vs. Birmingham, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is 64.8% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $40,491 in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% cheaper in Birmingham
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to San Jose, Birmingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  64.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  41.5% lower
  Health
  13.3% higher
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  Personal
  9.8% lower
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