salaryAugusta is 22% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$131
👥 People living there
201,528
1,389,526
Commute to work
21.1 min
23.5 min
College degree
24.7%
51%
Own their home
50.8%
47.3%
Below poverty line
20.1%
11%
Unemployment
8.6%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $35,850 | +95% in San Diego |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $110,400 | +89% in San Diego |
| Registered Nurse | $87,760 | $139,520 | +59% in San Diego |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $123,790 | +55% in San Diego |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | $97,000 | +54% in San Diego |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $74,880 | +53% in San Diego |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $70,900 | +49% in San Diego |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $178,220 | +44% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 22% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $73,047 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or San Diego?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $116,561 in San Diego, 49% more in San Diego.