Madrid
5
cheaper categories
Tied
0
categories
Birmingham
1
cheaper categories
Category Breakdown
Overall Cost
68
Madrid
Cheaper2 pts cheaper
70
Birmingham
Rent
58
Madrid
8 pts pricier
50
Birmingham
CheaperGroceries
72
Madrid
Cheaper22 pts cheaper
94
Birmingham
Restaurants
65
Madrid
Cheaper13 pts cheaper
78
Birmingham
Transport
75
Madrid
Cheaper7 pts cheaper
82
Birmingham
Utilities
82
Madrid
Cheaper6 pts cheaper
88
Birmingham
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Birmingham to match a Madrid salary
| Salary in Madrid | Equivalent in Birmingham | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £30,882 | £882 more |
| £40,000 | £41,176 | £1,176 more |
| £50,000 | £51,471 | £1,471 more |
| £60,000 | £61,765 | £1,765 more |
| £80,000 | £82,353 | £2,353 more |
| £100,000 | £102,941 | £2,941 more |
Madrid vs Birmingham: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 2%. Madrid is the more affordable option.
Rent: Madrid has a rent index of 58, while Birmingham has 50.
Average Salaries: Madrid: £1,978/month vs Birmingham: £2,400/month (both in GBP).
Out of 6 categories, Madrid wins 5, while Birmingham wins 1.
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