salaryBirmingham is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tucson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$143
👥 People living there
198,173
547,073
Commute to work
20.8 min
21.9 min
College degree
31.1%
31.1%
Own their home
45.5%
51.8%
Below poverty line
24.7%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tucson for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $96,740 | +57% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $107,510 | -37% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $83,610 | -32% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $36,490 | +32% in Tucson |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $76,970 | +27% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,630 | $47,220 | -25% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,040 | $75,940 | +24% in Tucson |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $129,880 | +23% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $63,439 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Tucson?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $61,553 in Tucson, 19% more in Tucson.