salaryLaredo is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Laredo to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,110
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,063
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$68,932
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$193,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
87.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$3,531
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$204
👥 People living there
198,173
257,619
Commute to work
20.8 min
21.6 min
College degree
31.1%
22%
Own their home
45.5%
64.1%
Below poverty line
24.7%
20.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Laredo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Laredo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $78,640 | -36% in Laredo |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $81,690 | +35% in Laredo |
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $82,440 | +34% in Laredo |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $125,900 | -26% in Laredo |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,190 | $47,220 | -24% in Laredo |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $46,350 | -23% in Laredo |
| Civil Engineer | $97,420 | $76,620 | -21% in Laredo |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $22,020 | -20% in Laredo |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Laredo cheaper to live in?
Laredo is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,110 a month there versus $1,291 in Birmingham.
What salary do I need in Laredo to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $56,931 a year gives the same standard of living in Laredo.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Laredo?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $68,932 in Laredo, 28% more in Laredo.