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Birmingham is 78% cheaper

The Verdict

Living in Birmingham is 78% cheaper than Geneva.
If you move from Birmingham to Geneva, you will pay more for housing and more for daily groceries. To maintain the same standard of life as a £40,000 salary in Birmingham, you would need to earn about £84,571 in Geneva.

Birmingham Wins
6

of 6 categories

Tied
0

categories

Geneva Wins
0

of 6 categories

Category Breakdown

Compare costs across 6 key categories

Overall Cost
70
Birmingham
vs
148
Geneva
Birmingham is 78 pts cheaper
Rent
50
Birmingham
vs
170
Geneva
Birmingham is 120 pts cheaper
Groceries
94
Birmingham
vs
138
Geneva
Birmingham is 44 pts cheaper
Restaurants
78
Birmingham
vs
155
Geneva
Birmingham is 77 pts cheaper
Transport
82
Birmingham
vs
135
Geneva
Birmingham is 53 pts cheaper
Utilities
88
Birmingham
vs
122
Geneva
Birmingham is 34 pts cheaper

City Profiles

What makes each city unique

BirminghamUnited Kingdom
Birmingham, the UK's second-largest city, offers affordable living with excellent connectivity.

Why people love Birmingham:

Central locationAffordable housingDiverse economyRich history
Population
1,141,816
Avg. Salary
£2,400/mo
GenevaSwitzerland
Geneva hosts international organizations with stunning Alpine views.

Why people love Geneva:

UN & international orgsFrench-speakingLake Geneva viewsLuxury lifestyle
Population
201,818
Avg. Salary
£6,408/mo

Real Monthly Costs

Estimated costs based on London baseline prices

ExpenseBirminghamGenevaSavings
1-bed apartment (city centre)£1,000£3,400+£2,400
Monthly groceries£329£483+£154
Dining out (10 meals)£195£388+£193
Public transport pass£131£216+£85
Utilities (electric, heating, water)£158£220+£62
Total Monthly£1,814£4,706+£2,892

* Estimates based on London = 100 index. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and location within city.

Who Should Choose Which City?

Recommendations based on your priorities

Choose Birmingham if you...
  • Want lower overall living costs (78% cheaper)
  • Are looking for more affordable housing
  • Have children (lower childcare costs)
Choose Geneva if you...
  • Prioritize safety (score: 90/100)
  • Want higher earning potential (£6,408/mo avg)

Quality of Life & Safety

Beyond just costs - what matters for daily life

Birmingham
72

Quality of Life Score

Geneva
86

Quality of Life Score

Birmingham
75

Safety Score

Geneva
90

Safety Score

Salary Equivalence

How much you'd need in Geneva to match a Birmingham salary

Salary in BirminghamEquivalent in GenevaDifference
£30,000£63,429£33,429 more
£40,000£84,571£44,571 more
£50,000£105,714£55,714 more
£60,000£126,857£66,857 more
£80,000£169,143£89,143 more
£100,000£211,429£111,429 more

Birmingham vs Geneva: Summary

The overall cost of living differs by 78%. Birmingham is the more affordable option.

Rent: Birmingham has a rent index of 50, while Geneva has 170.

Average Salaries: Birmingham: £2,400/month vs Geneva: £6,408/month (both in GBP).

Out of 6 categories, Birmingham wins 6, while Geneva wins 0.

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