salaryBirmingham is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$113
👥 People living there
198,173
718,877
Commute to work
20.8 min
24.9 min
College degree
31.1%
56.5%
Own their home
45.5%
48.8%
Below poverty line
24.7%
11.2%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $113,760 | +84% in Denver |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $87,980 | +72% in Denver |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $101,970 | +68% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,190 | $99,040 | +59% in Denver |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $71,580 | +47% in Denver |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $39,650 | +43% in Denver |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,470 | $49,110 | +38% in Denver |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $49,700 | +35% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Denver cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $69,256 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Denver?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $102,153 in Denver, 51% more in Denver.