salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irving to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$1,892
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,827
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$88,254
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$315,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,752
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$159
👥 People living there
573,243
256,492
Commute to work
29.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
36.1%
42.4%
Own their home
47.5%
38.1%
Below poverty line
19.7%
11%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Irving for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Irving | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $24,160 | -33% in Irving |
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $168,510 | +27% in Irving |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $48,740 | -22% in Irving |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $92,910 | +21% in Irving |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $65,070 | -15% in Irving |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $64,370 | -14% in Irving |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $108,980 | $122,520 | +12% in Irving |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $101,870 | -12% in Irving |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Irving cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Irving cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Irving to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $59,198 a year gives the same standard of living in Irving.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Irving?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $88,254 in Irving, 24% more in Irving.