salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Charlotte to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,690
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$88,510
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$385,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$2,808
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$126
👥 People living there
562,218
903,844
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.7 min
College degree
39.2%
48%
Own their home
61.8%
51%
Below poverty line
15.5%
11.7%
Unemployment
5.4%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Charlotte for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Charlotte | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $157,180 | +37% in Charlotte |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $82,930 | +34% in Charlotte |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $58,680 | -22% in Charlotte |
| Operations Manager | $94,640 | $112,730 | +19% in Charlotte |
| Medical Assistant | $39,200 | $46,520 | +19% in Charlotte |
| Accountant | $79,880 | $92,910 | +16% in Charlotte |
| Carpenter | $60,080 | $50,960 | -15% in Charlotte |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $63,190 | -14% in Charlotte |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Charlotte cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque and Charlotte cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Charlotte to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $61,132 a year gives the same standard of living in Charlotte.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Charlotte?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $88,510 in Charlotte, 17% more in Charlotte.