salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fayetteville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,530
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,235
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$62,992
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$188,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,915
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$190
👥 People living there
198,173
210,815
Commute to work
20.8 min
19.1 min
College degree
31.1%
29%
Own their home
45.5%
47.4%
Below poverty line
24.7%
17.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Fayetteville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Fayetteville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $93,330 | +51% in Fayetteville |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $107,950 | -37% in Fayetteville |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $36,820 | -28% in Fayetteville |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $134,300 | +27% in Fayetteville |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $96,970 | -22% in Fayetteville |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $48,160 | -21% in Fayetteville |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $56,220 | +15% in Fayetteville |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $51,740 | -14% in Fayetteville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Fayetteville cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Fayetteville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fayetteville to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $60,219 a year gives the same standard of living in Fayetteville.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Fayetteville?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $62,992 in Fayetteville, 21% more in Fayetteville.
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