salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$176
👥 People living there
573,243
290,594
Commute to work
29.1 min
25.4 min
College degree
36.1%
60.5%
Own their home
47.5%
56.9%
Below poverty line
19.7%
6.8%
Unemployment
6.5%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $24,160 | -33% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $168,510 | +27% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $48,740 | -22% in Plano |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $92,910 | +21% in Plano |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $65,070 | -15% in Plano |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $64,370 | -14% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $108,980 | $122,520 | +12% in Plano |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $101,870 | -12% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Plano cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $59,198 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Plano?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $121,065 in Plano, 45% more in Plano.