Cost of Living in Birmingham, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
66.7
100 = national avg
-33.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,369
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,419
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing81.5
Food70.3
Transportation40.7
Healthcare76.3
Utilities78.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$886
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,106
per month
The overall cost of living index in Birmingham is 66.7, which is 33.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 81.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,369 per year to cover basic expenses.