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SAN MATEO vs. BIRMINGHAM
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Mateo, California vs. Birmingham, Alabama
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Birmingham, Alabama is
69.8%
cheaper
than San Mateo, California.
You would need a salary of
$596
in Birmingham, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in San Mateo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Birmingham, Alabama is
cheaper
than San Mateo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% cheaper in Birmingham
than in San Mateo, California
San Mateo, CA vs. Birmingham, AL
Compared to San Mateo, Birmingham is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
69.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
20.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
95.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.9% higher
Commute
38.4% lower
Health
3.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
21.0% lower
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