salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chesapeake to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,932
$1,849
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,567
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$102,860
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$378,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$3,108
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$178
👥 People living there
979,539
252,583
Commute to work
23.7 min
25.8 min
College degree
59.6%
36.9%
Own their home
43.4%
74.4%
Below poverty line
12%
9.4%
Unemployment
4.7%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Chesapeake for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Chesapeake | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $39,020 | +43% in Chesapeake |
| Police Officer | $82,290 | $59,690 | -27% in Chesapeake |
| Operations Manager | $117,850 | $100,340 | -15% in Chesapeake |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $29,320 | -14% in Chesapeake |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,460 | $69,560 | -14% in Chesapeake |
| Lawyer | $153,330 | $133,380 | -13% in Chesapeake |
| Customer Service Representative | $43,720 | $38,150 | -13% in Chesapeake |
| Truck Driver | $57,110 | $50,460 | -12% in Chesapeake |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Chesapeake cheaper to live in?
Austin and Chesapeake cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Chesapeake to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $59,924 a year gives the same standard of living in Chesapeake.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Chesapeake?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $102,860 in Chesapeake, 2% more in Chesapeake.