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
$1,458
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,056
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$44,004
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$102,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$1,759
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$94
👥 People living there
201,528
366,097
Commute to work
21.1 min
22.5 min
College degree
24.7%
22.4%
Own their home
50.8%
41.7%
Below poverty line
20.1%
30.6%
Unemployment
8.6%
10.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Cleveland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $36,260 | +97% in Cleveland |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $80,280 | +37% in Cleveland |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $62,720 | +32% in Cleveland |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $62,790 | +28% in Cleveland |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $58,970 | +23% in Cleveland |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | $76,470 | +21% in Cleveland |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $101,540 | +21% in Cleveland |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $70,860 | +19% in Cleveland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Cleveland cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $61,319 a year gives the same standard of living in Cleveland.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Cleveland?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $44,004 in Cleveland, 36% more in Augusta.