salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Cleveland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,056
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$44,004
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$102,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,759
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$94
👥 People living there
201,885
366,097
Commute to work
19.6 min
22.5 min
College degree
26.6%
22.4%
Own their home
59.7%
41.7%
Below poverty line
15.8%
30.6%
Unemployment
3.4%
10.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Cleveland for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Cleveland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $36,260 | +60% in Cleveland |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $70,860 | +30% in Cleveland |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $62,720 | +30% in Cleveland |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $60,650 | +27% in Cleveland |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $96,190 | +27% in Cleveland |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $62,790 | +26% in Cleveland |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $76,470 | +25% in Cleveland |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $37,060 | +21% in Cleveland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Cleveland cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Cleveland cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Cleveland to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $61,374 a year gives the same standard of living in Cleveland.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Cleveland?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $44,004 in Cleveland, 62% more in Amarillo.