salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$167
👥 People living there
198,173
631,818
Commute to work
20.8 min
22.5 min
College degree
31.1%
33.8%
Own their home
45.5%
60.7%
Below poverty line
24.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $81,390 | +32% in Louisville |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $89,140 | -28% in Louisville |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $124,530 | -27% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,500 | $46,830 | +25% in Louisville |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $74,680 | +24% in Louisville |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $130,830 | +24% in Louisville |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $58,930 | +21% in Louisville |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $44,450 | +21% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $60,936 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Louisville?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $72,097 in Louisville, 31% more in Louisville.