Birmingham
United States, North America
2.1M people
America/Chicago
English
City
Urban
Birmingham
Birmingham is a major city in the U.S. state of Alabama, known for its history in the steel industry and its revitalized urban core.
Southern US
Safety
65
Security
Safe
Cost
70
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
78
Medical
Good
27°
L: 15°
Best time to visitSpring
Annual rainfall
1300mmCost of Living
70
Overall Cost
Expensive
60
Rent Index
Moderate
75
Groceries
Expensive
65
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$900
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average20% higher
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
72
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
72
Very Good
Good72
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Very Good
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
75
Excellent
Good75
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
99
Outstanding
Excellent99
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 70/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 75/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$55K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
78
Good
Good78
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
80
Expensive
Bad80
System Overview
System Type
Mixed
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
25
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
76
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent89
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 65/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 35/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
78
Health Index
LIFESPAN
76
Years
HOSPITALS
25
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
45
Fair
Poor45
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
60
Good
Average60
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
55
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$40
Public Transport
PER LITER
$0.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
55
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
60
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
35
Fair
Nearby Airports
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
55
Fair
Average55
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
60
Good
Average60
Traffic Congestion
High
65 Index
Good65
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$40
per month
Fuel
$0.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
78
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Higher education institution
Samford University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
70
Good70
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
75
Good75
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
65
Good65
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
99
Excellent99
Language Barrier
Low
5
Bad5
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad Guide
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure75/100
Visa Process90/100
Banking & Finance95/100
Avg Salary
$55,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$60/month
Visa Info
US visa requirements apply.
Business Freedom85/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 5/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency99/100
Cultural Diversity70/100
Official Languages
English
Tipping Culture
Customary, 15-20%
Weekend Culture
Varied, with options for outdoor activities, live music, and dining.
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Languages
English
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Mixed
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Customary, 15-20%
Weekend Culture
Varied, with options for outdoor activities, live music, and dining.
Best Time to Visit
Spring
Autumn
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
US visa requirements apply.
Key Statistics
2.1M
Population
70
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$0.9K
1BR Rent
55
Transport
$55K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
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🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
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☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
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🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
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🎟️ Monthly Pass
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🚕 Taxi (8km)
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⛽ Gas (1L)
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🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
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🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
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🔌 Utilities (1 person)
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🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
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🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
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🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
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🍚 Rice (1kg)
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🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
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🧀 Cheese (1kg)
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🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
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🍏 Apples (1kg)
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💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
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🎫 Cinema Ticket
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👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
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💇 Haircut
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👖 Jeans
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👟 Sneakers
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👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Nearby location
Samford University
Nearby location
Airports
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
Nearby location
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