salaryBirmingham is 19% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$96
👥 People living there
198,173
681,294
Commute to work
20.8 min
30 min
College degree
31.1%
64.2%
Own their home
45.5%
41.5%
Below poverty line
24.7%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $119,170 | +93% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $46,040 | +66% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $71,920 | +48% in Washington |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $148,200 | +41% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,190 | $87,160 | +40% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $84,000 | +39% in Washington |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $75,930 | +34% in Washington |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $66,980 | +31% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Washington cheaper to live in?
Birmingham is about 19% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,291 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $71,287 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Washington?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $118,495 in Washington, 58% more in Washington.