salary$78,660 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Birmingham, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$52,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$128,530per year
Jobs in the area7,790people work this job
Can a accountant afford Birmingham?
Cheap. Rent of $1,291 a month takes 19.7% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Birmingham, AL?
The median pay for a accountant in the Birmingham, AL area is $78,660 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $52,140 and $128,530.
Can a accountant afford to live in Birmingham?
Typical rent of $1,291 a month takes 19.7% of the median accountant salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Birmingham, AL metro area.