salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$185
👥 People living there
198,173
197,494
Commute to work
20.8 min
20.7 min
College degree
31.1%
33.8%
Own their home
45.5%
54.4%
Below poverty line
24.7%
21.5%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper homes, lower unemployment.
- Pick Montgomery for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $125,290 | -26% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $48,490 | -20% in Montgomery |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $107,980 | -13% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $49,910 | -12% in Montgomery |
| Software Developer | $125,410 | $110,620 | -12% in Montgomery |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,040 | $55,410 | -9% in Montgomery |
| Customer Service Representative | $40,530 | $36,960 | -9% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $50,400 | $47,360 | -6% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Montgomery cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $58,715 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $61,271 in Montgomery, 19% more in Montgomery.