salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fayetteville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$1,530
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,235
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$62,992
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$188,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$1,915
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$190
👥 People living there
201,528
210,815
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.1 min
College degree
24.7%
29%
Own their home
50.8%
47.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
17.7%
Unemployment
8.6%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Fayetteville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Fayetteville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $29,520 | +61% in Fayetteville |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $36,820 | -23% in Fayetteville |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $46,800 | -21% in Fayetteville |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $48,160 | -18% in Fayetteville |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $93,330 | +17% in Fayetteville |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $56,220 | +15% in Fayetteville |
| Physician Assistant | $117,240 | $134,300 | +15% in Fayetteville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | $54,350 | -14% in Fayetteville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Fayetteville cheaper to live in?
Augusta and Fayetteville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fayetteville to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $60,049 a year gives the same standard of living in Fayetteville.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Fayetteville?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $62,992 in Fayetteville, 5% more in Fayetteville.