Beverly Hills, MO vs Birmingham, MO

Beverly Hills, MO and Birmingham, MO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.7% difference in their overall index. Beverly Hills scores 72 while Birmingham scores 70 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Beverly Hills is $1,087/month compared to $893/month in Birmingham — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Birmingham has cheaper rent, Beverly Hills actually has lower median home values ($73,300 vs $129,200).

Median household income in Beverly Hills is $47,955 compared to $61,250 in Birmingham (-21.7%). Birmingham offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Beverly Hills spend roughly 27.2% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Birmingham.