salaryBirmingham is 19% cheaperBased 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
$2,566
$1,291
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$1,126
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$49,666
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$158,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
91.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$175
👥 People living there
344,521
198,173
Commute to work
27.4 min
20.8 min
College degree
29.7%
31.1%
Own their home
46.2%
45.5%
Below poverty line
12.4%
24.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Birmingham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $60,590 | -50% in Birmingham |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $61,730 | -50% in Birmingham |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $51,050 | -48% in Birmingham |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $78,680 | -42% in Birmingham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $62,630 | -39% in Birmingham |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $105,440 | -35% in Birmingham |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $48,740 | -34% in Birmingham |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $50,400 | -33% in Birmingham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Birmingham cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Birmingham to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $48,418 a year gives the same standard of living in Birmingham.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Birmingham?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $49,666 in Birmingham, 107% more in Anaheim.