salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Phoenix to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$1,893
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,729
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$87,717
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$420,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$1,850
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$181
👥 People living there
573,243
1,642,323
Commute to work
29.1 min
25.6 min
College degree
36.1%
33.6%
Own their home
47.5%
57.3%
Below poverty line
19.7%
13.7%
Unemployment
6.5%
5%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Phoenix for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $47,530 | +31% in Phoenix |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $59,180 | -23% in Phoenix |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $61,780 | -16% in Phoenix |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $98,610 | -16% in Phoenix |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $102,520 | -12% in Phoenix |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $85,050 | +11% in Phoenix |
| Civil Engineer | $100,500 | $90,330 | -10% in Phoenix |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,850 | $46,410 | +8% in Phoenix |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Phoenix cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Phoenix cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Phoenix to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $59,328 a year gives the same standard of living in Phoenix.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Phoenix?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $87,717 in Phoenix, 24% more in Phoenix.