salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$223
👥 People living there
198,173
618,980
Commute to work
20.8 min
21.1 min
College degree
31.1%
28%
Own their home
45.5%
44.9%
Below poverty line
24.7%
23.1%
Unemployment
5.8%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Memphis for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $78,580 | +27% in Memphis |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $75,410 | +24% in Memphis |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $62,910 | +23% in Memphis |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $134,440 | -21% in Memphis |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $102,510 | -17% in Memphis |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $56,780 | +16% in Memphis |
| Truck Driver | $54,460 | $63,070 | +16% in Memphis |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $124,600 | +16% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Memphis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $60,350 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Memphis?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $55,797 in Memphis, 11% more in Memphis.