salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Cape Coral to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$2,339
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,738
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$84,235
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$373,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
102.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,176
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$196
👥 People living there
573,243
215,536
Commute to work
29.1 min
29.9 min
College degree
36.1%
26.9%
Own their home
47.5%
77.2%
Below poverty line
19.7%
10.7%
Unemployment
6.5%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Cape Coral for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Cape Coral | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $91,120 | -22% in Cape Coral |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $49,210 | -21% in Cape Coral |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $60,470 | -21% in Cape Coral |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $94,730 | -19% in Cape Coral |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $60,000 | -19% in Cape Coral |
| Plumber | $63,200 | $51,690 | -18% in Cape Coral |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $61,530 | -18% in Cape Coral |
| Truck Driver | $59,460 | $48,950 | -18% in Cape Coral |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Cape Coral cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Cape Coral cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Cape Coral to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $58,772 a year gives the same standard of living in Cape Coral.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Cape Coral?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $84,235 in Cape Coral, 20% more in Cape Coral.