salaryCharlotte is 8% cheaperBased 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
$1,651
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,690
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$88,510
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$385,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$2,808
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$126
👥 People living there
288,976
903,844
Commute to work
18.8 min
24.7 min
College degree
38.7%
48%
Own their home
63.9%
51%
Below poverty line
8.9%
11.7%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Charlotte for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Charlotte | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $63,190 | -45% in Charlotte |
| Firefighter | $64,810 | $38,700 | -40% in Charlotte |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $36,430 | +40% in Charlotte |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $58,690 | -37% in Charlotte |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $135,920 | +31% in Charlotte |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $59,840 | -30% in Charlotte |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $50,960 | -30% in Charlotte |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $59,080 | -28% in Charlotte |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Charlotte cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Charlotte to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $55,406 a year gives the same standard of living in Charlotte.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Charlotte?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $88,510 in Charlotte, 26% more in Anchorage.