salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in El Paso to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$1,246
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,088
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$64,435
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$184,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
89.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$3,760
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$113
👥 People living there
201,528
680,130
Commute to work
21.1 min
23.4 min
College degree
24.7%
28.1%
Own their home
50.8%
60.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
18.4%
Unemployment
8.6%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick El Paso for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | El Paso | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $76,400 | +31% in El Paso |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $42,430 | -28% in El Paso |
| Operations Manager | $102,360 | $77,770 | -24% in El Paso |
| Civil Engineer | $103,010 | $79,090 | -23% in El Paso |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $48,140 | -19% in El Paso |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $21,870 | +19% in El Paso |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | $50,680 | -17% in El Paso |
| Restaurant Cook | $33,990 | $28,990 | -15% in El Paso |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or El Paso cheaper to live in?
Augusta and El Paso cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in El Paso to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $58,700 a year gives the same standard of living in El Paso.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or El Paso?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $64,435 in El Paso, 7% more in El Paso.