salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$143
👥 People living there
573,243
307,284
Commute to work
29.1 min
21.1 min
College degree
36.1%
43.8%
Own their home
47.5%
52.9%
Below poverty line
19.7%
15.6%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,200 | $101,630 | +61% in St. Paul |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $39,350 | -47% in St. Paul |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $97,910 | +31% in St. Paul |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $25,920 | -28% in St. Paul |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $97,190 | +27% in St. Paul |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $81,890 | +25% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $63,180 | $77,490 | +23% in St. Paul |
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $159,620 | +21% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and St. Paul cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $60,192 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $79,155 in St. Paul, 15% more in St. Paul.