salaryBirmingham is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fresno to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$202
👥 People living there
198,173
545,970
Commute to work
20.8 min
22.4 min
College degree
31.1%
25.5%
Own their home
45.5%
50.1%
Below poverty line
24.7%
20.1%
Unemployment
5.8%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Fresno for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $100,770 | +66% in Fresno |
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $101,730 | +65% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $78,680 | $125,420 | +59% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $79,160 | +55% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $166,570 | +55% in Fresno |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $155,440 | +47% in Fresno |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $62,580 | +28% in Fresno |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $71,710 | +27% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $1,789 in Fresno.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $66,884 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Fresno?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $76,564 in Fresno, 35% more in Fresno.