salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Little Rock to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,175
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$67,949
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$236,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
89.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,902
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$154
👥 People living there
198,173
203,436
Commute to work
20.8 min
18.5 min
College degree
31.1%
44.6%
Own their home
45.5%
53.5%
Below poverty line
24.7%
17.5%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Little Rock for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $89,160 | +44% in Little Rock |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $97,870 | -43% in Little Rock |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $76,080 | -38% in Little Rock |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,470 | $78,560 | -21% in Little Rock |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $49,190 | -18% in Little Rock |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $126,680 | +18% in Little Rock |
| Software Developer | $125,410 | $104,070 | -17% in Little Rock |
| Accountant | $78,660 | $65,810 | -16% in Little Rock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Little Rock cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Little Rock cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Little Rock to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $58,507 a year gives the same standard of living in Little Rock.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Little Rock?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $67,949 in Little Rock, 27% more in Little Rock.
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