salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$185
👥 People living there
201,528
197,494
Commute to work
21.1 min
20.7 min
College degree
24.7%
33.8%
Own their home
50.8%
54.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
21.5%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for less poverty.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $26,360 | +43% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $60,120 | -25% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $47,360 | -20% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $48,490 | -17% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $49,910 | -16% in Montgomery |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $54,860 | +14% in Montgomery |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,760 | $55,410 | -13% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $117,240 | $102,040 | -13% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Augusta and Montgomery cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $58,550 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $61,271 in Montgomery, 2% more in Montgomery.