salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$113
👥 People living there
573,243
718,877
Commute to work
29.1 min
24.9 min
College degree
36.1%
56.5%
Own their home
47.5%
48.8%
Below poverty line
19.7%
11.2%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $177,380 | +34% in Denver |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $101,970 | +33% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $99,040 | +33% in Denver |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $142,330 | +22% in Denver |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $87,980 | +19% in Denver |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,420 | $44,370 | +19% in Denver |
| Accountant | $85,160 | $100,020 | +17% in Denver |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $108,980 | $127,880 | +17% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Denver cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Denver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $60,744 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Denver?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $102,153 in Denver, 34% more in Denver.