salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fayetteville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,530
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,235
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$62,992
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$188,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,915
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$190
👥 People living there
189,247
210,815
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.1 min
College degree
23.6%
29%
Own their home
50.7%
47.4%
Below poverty line
23.3%
17.7%
Unemployment
7.8%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Fayetteville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Fayetteville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $36,820 | -40% in Fayetteville |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $48,160 | -35% in Fayetteville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $54,350 | -31% in Fayetteville |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $57,690 | -25% in Fayetteville |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $46,800 | -23% in Fayetteville |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,420 | $35,130 | -23% in Fayetteville |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $51,740 | -18% in Fayetteville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $29,520 | -18% in Fayetteville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Fayetteville cheaper to live in?
Akron and Fayetteville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fayetteville to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,105 a year gives the same standard of living in Fayetteville.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Fayetteville?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $62,992 in Fayetteville, 18% more in Fayetteville.