salaryBirmingham is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Santa Clarita to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$166
👥 People living there
198,173
230,221
Commute to work
20.8 min
34.1 min
College degree
31.1%
39.8%
Own their home
45.5%
71.8%
Below poverty line
24.7%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $72,489 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 63% more in Santa Clarita.
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