salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Louis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,297
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,264
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$60,569
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$197,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
95.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,033
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$117
👥 People living there
189,247
288,512
Commute to work
22.2 min
22.1 min
College degree
23.6%
41.1%
Own their home
50.7%
45.3%
Below poverty line
23.3%
20.6%
Unemployment
7.8%
5%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick St. Louis for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | St. Louis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $60,650 | -23% in St. Louis |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $129,030 | +22% in St. Louis |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $77,000 | +21% in St. Louis |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $97,650 | +18% in St. Louis |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $70,990 | +16% in St. Louis |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $31,200 | -14% in St. Louis |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $142,690 | +13% in St. Louis |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $68,970 | +13% in St. Louis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or St. Louis cheaper to live in?
Akron and St. Louis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Louis to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $61,104 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Louis.
Where do people earn more, Akron or St. Louis?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $60,569 in St. Louis, 14% more in St. Louis.