salaryBirmingham is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Madison to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$120
👥 People living there
198,173
278,001
Commute to work
20.8 min
19.4 min
College degree
31.1%
59.9%
Own their home
45.5%
46%
Below poverty line
24.7%
16.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $100,340 | +63% in Madison |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $85,160 | +42% in Madison |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $78,430 | +38% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $80,580 | +33% in Madison |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $48,750 | +33% in Madison |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $63,150 | +30% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $78,680 | $101,190 | +29% in Madison |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,470 | $45,260 | +28% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Madison cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $63,695 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Madison?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $84,177 in Madison, 41% more in Madison.