salaryAugusta is 17% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$157
👥 People living there
201,528
209,978
Commute to work
21.1 min
35.6 min
College degree
24.7%
35.7%
Own their home
50.8%
46.2%
Below poverty line
20.1%
13.8%
Unemployment
8.6%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $70,458 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $90,108 in Yonkers, 34% more in Yonkers.