Cost of Living in Birmingham, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
230.1
100 = national avg
+130.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,241
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$239,296
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing290.3
Food167.0
Transportation234.1
Healthcare153.6
Utilities178.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,122
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,411
per month
The overall cost of living index in Birmingham is 230.1, which is 130.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 290.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,241 per year to cover basic expenses.