salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$196
👥 People living there
198,173
371,853
Commute to work
20.8 min
22.6 min
College degree
31.1%
42.4%
Own their home
45.5%
51.2%
Below poverty line
24.7%
22.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick New Orleans for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $93,650 | +52% in New Orleans |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $16,640 | -40% in New Orleans |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $63,500 | +30% in New Orleans |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $121,290 | -29% in New Orleans |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $37,250 | -27% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $48,970 | -19% in New Orleans |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $124,580 | +18% in New Orleans |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $124,800 | +16% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and New Orleans cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $60,624 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $61,077 in New Orleans, 19% more in New Orleans.
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