salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Cleveland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,056
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$44,004
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$102,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,759
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$94
👥 People living there
198,173
366,097
Commute to work
20.8 min
22.5 min
College degree
31.1%
22.4%
Own their home
45.5%
41.7%
Below poverty line
24.7%
30.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
10.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Cleveland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $88,990 | +44% in Cleveland |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $80,280 | +32% in Cleveland |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $36,260 | +31% in Cleveland |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $135,860 | +29% in Cleveland |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $62,790 | +29% in Cleveland |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $70,860 | +25% in Cleveland |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $62,720 | +23% in Cleveland |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,630 | $76,470 | +22% in Cleveland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Cleveland cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Cleveland cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Cleveland to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $61,492 a year gives the same standard of living in Cleveland.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Cleveland?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $44,004 in Cleveland, 13% more in Birmingham.