salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Charlotte to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,932
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,690
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$88,510
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$385,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$2,808
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$126
👥 People living there
979,539
903,844
Commute to work
23.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
59.6%
48%
Own their home
43.4%
51%
Below poverty line
12%
11.7%
Unemployment
4.7%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Charlotte for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Charlotte | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,830 | $38,700 | -34% in Charlotte |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $36,430 | +34% in Charlotte |
| Police Officer | $82,290 | $63,190 | -23% in Charlotte |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $29,610 | -13% in Charlotte |
| Accountant | $83,120 | $92,910 | +12% in Charlotte |
| Registered Nurse | $97,890 | $90,620 | -7% in Charlotte |
| Dental Hygienist | $105,480 | $98,390 | -7% in Charlotte |
| Plumber | $62,810 | $58,690 | -7% in Charlotte |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Charlotte cheaper to live in?
Austin and Charlotte cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Charlotte to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $59,561 a year gives the same standard of living in Charlotte.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Charlotte?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $88,510 in Charlotte, 14% more in Austin.