salaryBirmingham is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irving to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,892
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,827
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$88,254
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$315,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$4,752
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$159
👥 People living there
198,173
256,492
Commute to work
20.8 min
24.1 min
College degree
31.1%
42.4%
Own their home
45.5%
38.1%
Below poverty line
24.7%
11%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Irving for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Irving | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $101,870 | +65% in Irving |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $92,910 | +53% in Irving |
| Registered Nurse | $78,680 | $101,420 | +29% in Irving |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $134,900 | +28% in Irving |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $64,900 | +27% in Irving |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,470 | $122,520 | +23% in Irving |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $59,560 | +22% in Irving |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $130,980 | +22% in Irving |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Irving cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $1,892 in Irving.
What salary do I need in Irving to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $67,494 a year gives the same standard of living in Irving.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Irving?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $88,254 in Irving, 44% more in Irving.