salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Winston-Salem to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,291
$1,457
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,107
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$63,921
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$233,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,025
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$136
👥 People living there
198,173
252,037
Commute to work
20.8 min
21.5 min
College degree
31.1%
39.5%
Own their home
45.5%
55.6%
Below poverty line
24.7%
17.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Winston-Salem for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Winston-Salem | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $95,930 | +55% in Winston-Salem |
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $35,730 | -30% in Winston-Salem |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $126,250 | -26% in Winston-Salem |
| Medical Assistant | $36,770 | $45,810 | +25% in Winston-Salem |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $130,730 | +24% in Winston-Salem |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $96,840 | -22% in Winston-Salem |
| Nurse Practitioner | $107,700 | $130,840 | +21% in Winston-Salem |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $49,240 | -18% in Winston-Salem |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Winston-Salem cheaper to live in?
Birmingham and Winston-Salem cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Winston-Salem to match $60,000 in Birmingham?
About $60,261 a year gives the same standard of living in Winston-Salem.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Winston-Salem?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $63,921 in Winston-Salem, 22% more in Winston-Salem.
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