salaryBaltimore is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$96
👥 People living there
573,243
681,294
Commute to work
29.1 min
30 min
College degree
36.1%
64.2%
Own their home
47.5%
41.5%
Below poverty line
19.7%
15.4%
Unemployment
6.5%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $195,190 | +47% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $156,460 | +34% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $46,040 | +27% in Washington |
| Accountant | $85,160 | $102,140 | +20% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $87,160 | +17% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $108,980 | $127,040 | +17% in Washington |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $75,930 | +16% in Washington |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,420 | $42,920 | +15% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Washington cheaper to live in?
Baltimore is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,619 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $62,525 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Washington?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $118,495 in Washington, 43% more in Washington.