Seattle
0
cheaper categories
Tied
0
categories
Birmingham
6
cheaper categories
Category Breakdown
Overall Cost
105
Seattle
35 pts pricier
70
Birmingham
CheaperRent
135
Seattle
85 pts pricier
50
Birmingham
CheaperGroceries
102
Seattle
8 pts pricier
94
Birmingham
CheaperRestaurants
98
Seattle
20 pts pricier
78
Birmingham
CheaperTransport
88
Seattle
6 pts pricier
82
Birmingham
CheaperUtilities
98
Seattle
10 pts pricier
88
Birmingham
CheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Birmingham to match a Seattle salary
| Salary in Seattle | Equivalent in Birmingham | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £20,000 | £10,000 less |
| £40,000 | £26,667 | £13,333 less |
| £50,000 | £33,333 | £16,667 less |
| £60,000 | £40,000 | £20,000 less |
| £80,000 | £53,333 | £26,667 less |
| £100,000 | £66,667 | £33,333 less |
Seattle vs Birmingham: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 35%. Birmingham is the more affordable option.
Rent: Seattle has a rent index of 135, while Birmingham has 50.
Average Salaries: Seattle: £4,898/month vs Birmingham: £2,400/month (both in GBP).
Out of 6 categories, Seattle wins 0, while Birmingham wins 6.
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