salaryAugusta is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chandler to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$2,070
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,967
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$116,580
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$507,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,258
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$177
👥 People living there
201,528
280,136
Commute to work
21.1 min
23.9 min
College degree
24.7%
47.7%
Own their home
50.8%
65%
Below poverty line
20.1%
7.9%
Unemployment
8.6%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Chandler for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Chandler | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $47,530 | +158% in Chandler |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $85,050 | +46% in Chandler |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $61,780 | +30% in Chandler |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $102,520 | +28% in Chandler |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $61,170 | +25% in Chandler |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $59,770 | +25% in Chandler |
| Cashier | $28,310 | $34,920 | +23% in Chandler |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $103,770 | +23% in Chandler |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Chandler cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $2,070 in Chandler.
What salary do I need in Chandler to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $67,451 a year gives the same standard of living in Chandler.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Chandler?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $116,580 in Chandler, 49% more in Chandler.