salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in El Paso to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,246
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,088
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$64,435
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$184,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
89.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$3,760
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$113
👥 People living there
198,173
680,130
Commute to work
20.8 min
23.4 min
College degree
31.1%
28.1%
Own their home
45.5%
60.8%
Below poverty line
24.7%
18.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick El Paso for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | El Paso | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $84,660 | +37% in El Paso |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $77,770 | -37% in El Paso |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $76,400 | +26% in El Paso |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $21,870 | -21% in El Paso |
| Civil Engineer | $97,420 | $79,090 | -19% in El Paso |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,190 | $50,680 | -19% in El Paso |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $127,110 | +18% in El Paso |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $140,550 | -17% in El Paso |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or El Paso cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and El Paso cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in El Paso to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $58,866 a year gives the same standard of living in El Paso.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or El Paso?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $64,435 in El Paso, 23% more in El Paso.