Cape Coral is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Glendale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,339
$2,597
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$2,498
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$95,332
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$1,102,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$6,679
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$174
👥 People living there
215,536
190,748
Commute to work
29.9 min
27.1 min
College degree
26.9%
47.2%
Own their home
77.2%
35.2%
Below poverty line
10.7%
12.9%
Unemployment
3.8%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Glendale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Glendale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,470 | $101,860 | +68% in Glendale |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $135,560 | +64% in Glendale |
| Firefighter | $60,000 | $98,050 | +63% in Glendale |
| Police Officer | $76,710 | $121,980 | +59% in Glendale |
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $75,740 | +54% in Glendale |
| Lawyer | $129,450 | $194,410 | +50% in Glendale |
| Plumber | $51,690 | $71,110 | +38% in Glendale |
| Dental Hygienist | $91,120 | $122,980 | +35% in Glendale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,339 a month there versus $2,597 in Glendale.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Cape Coral?
About $66,576 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Glendale?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $95,332 in Glendale, 12% more in Glendale.