Cost of Living in Birmingham, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
76.8
100 = national avg
-23.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,791
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,870
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing49.7
Food94.9
Transportation89.7
Healthcare95.9
Utilities86.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$713
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Birmingham is 76.8, which is 23.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 49.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,791 per year to cover basic expenses.