salaryBirmingham is 24% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irvine to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$113
👥 People living there
198,173
311,690
Commute to work
20.8 min
24.7 min
College degree
31.1%
70.6%
Own their home
45.5%
44.5%
Below poverty line
24.7%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $121,980 | +101% in Irvine |
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $122,980 | +99% in Irvine |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $98,050 | +92% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $78,680 | $135,560 | +72% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,630 | $101,860 | +63% in Irvine |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $161,890 | +54% in Irvine |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $73,830 | +51% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $50,400 | $75,740 | +50% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 24% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $74,352 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Irvine?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $147,451 in Irvine, 66% more in Irvine.