salaryBaltimore is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntington Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$2,987
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$2,696
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$130,411
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$1,100,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$6,234
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$108
👥 People living there
573,243
195,240
Commute to work
29.1 min
28.4 min
College degree
36.1%
49%
Own their home
47.5%
55.4%
Below poverty line
19.7%
7.8%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Huntington Beach cheaper to live in?
Baltimore is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,619 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in Huntington Beach to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $63,579 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntington Beach.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Huntington Beach?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $130,411 in Huntington Beach, 49% more in Huntington Beach.
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