Cost of Living in Birmingham, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.8
100 = national avg
-8.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,395
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,479
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing85.5
Food96.8
Transportation93.6
Healthcare97.5
Utilities95.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,197
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,358
per month
The overall cost of living index in Birmingham is 91.8, which is 8.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 85.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,395 per year to cover basic expenses.