salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$167
👥 People living there
189,247
631,818
Commute to work
22.2 min
22.5 min
College degree
23.6%
33.8%
Own their home
50.7%
60.7%
Below poverty line
23.3%
15.8%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Louisville for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $45,160 | -26% in Louisville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $61,610 | -22% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $39,100 | $46,830 | +20% in Louisville |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $62,440 | -19% in Louisville |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $74,680 | +18% in Louisville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $30,180 | -17% in Louisville |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $63,220 | -15% in Louisville |
| Operations Manager | $98,340 | $89,140 | -9% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Akron and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,810 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Louisville?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $72,097 in Louisville, 28% more in Louisville.