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
$1,219
$1,291
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,126
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$49,666
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$158,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$175
👥 People living there
201,885
198,173
Commute to work
19.6 min
20.8 min
College degree
26.6%
31.1%
Own their home
59.7%
45.5%
Below poverty line
15.8%
24.7%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Birmingham for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Birmingham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $123,560 | +44% in Birmingham |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $170,230 | +30% in Birmingham |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $97,420 | +28% in Birmingham |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $61,730 | -27% in Birmingham |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $60,590 | -23% in Birmingham |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $27,670 | +22% in Birmingham |
| Physician Assistant | $132,990 | $105,440 | -21% in Birmingham |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $34,340 | +12% in Birmingham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Birmingham cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $59,885 a year gives the same standard of living in Birmingham.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Birmingham?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $49,666 in Birmingham, 43% more in Amarillo.