Quick answer
Overall prices in the Cleveland, OH metro were 93.9 vs 91.6 in Birmingham, AL in 2024 (US = 100), so Cleveland is 2.5% more expensive than Birmingham; housing rents differ by 11% (79.4 vs 71.9). A $75,000 income in Cleveland buys about what $73,180 buys in Birmingham, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Cleveland | Birmingham | Cleveland vs Birmingham |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 93.9 | 91.6 | +2.5% |
| Goods | 93.6 | 96.4 | -2.9% |
| Housing (rents) | 79.4 | 71.9 | +10.6% |
| Utilities | 96.0 | 83.8 | +14.5% |
| Other services | 98.9 | 96.7 | +2.3% |
| All items, 2008 | 92.6 | 92.7 | -0.1% |
| $50,000 in Cleveland equals in Birmingham | $48,787 | ||
| $100,000 in Cleveland equals in Birmingham | $97,574 | ||
| $150,000 in Cleveland equals in Birmingham | $146,360 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.