salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Birmingham to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,291
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,126
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$49,666
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$158,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$175
👥 People living there
189,247
198,173
Commute to work
22.2 min
20.8 min
College degree
23.6%
31.1%
Own their home
50.7%
45.5%
Below poverty line
23.3%
24.7%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Birmingham for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Birmingham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $170,230 | +35% in Birmingham |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $56,630 | -27% in Birmingham |
| Operations Manager | $98,340 | $123,560 | +26% in Birmingham |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $61,730 | -26% in Birmingham |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $27,670 | -23% in Birmingham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $62,630 | -20% in Birmingham |
| HVAC Technician | $61,090 | $48,740 | -20% in Birmingham |
| Physician Assistant | $130,980 | $105,440 | -19% in Birmingham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Birmingham cheaper to live in?
Akron and Birmingham cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Birmingham to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $58,891 a year gives the same standard of living in Birmingham.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Birmingham?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $49,666 in Birmingham, 4% more in Akron.