salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oklahoma City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$144
👥 People living there
198,173
697,125
Commute to work
20.8 min
22.2 min
College degree
31.1%
34.7%
Own their home
45.5%
58.6%
Below poverty line
24.7%
15.1%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Oklahoma City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $97,110 | +57% in Oklahoma City |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $103,490 | -39% in Oklahoma City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $18,200 | -34% in Oklahoma City |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $138,920 | +32% in Oklahoma City |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $75,270 | +24% in Oklahoma City |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $133,390 | +24% in Oklahoma City |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $60,120 | +23% in Oklahoma City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,630 | $48,780 | -22% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Oklahoma City cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Oklahoma City to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $59,191 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 33% more in Oklahoma City.
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