salaryCape Coral is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,339
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$132
👥 People living there
215,536
8,483,844
Commute to work
29.9 min
40.3 min
College degree
26.9%
41.6%
Own their home
77.2%
32.8%
Below poverty line
10.7%
17.9%
Unemployment
3.8%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick New York for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | New York | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $60,000 | $106,420 | +77% in New York |
| Operations Manager | $94,730 | $157,000 | +66% in New York |
| Lawyer | $129,450 | $208,880 | +61% in New York |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,470 | $96,900 | +60% in New York |
| Market Research Analyst | $65,180 | $100,520 | +54% in New York |
| Plumber | $51,690 | $78,610 | +52% in New York |
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $74,300 | +51% in New York |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $119,720 | +44% in New York |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or New York cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,339 a month there versus $2,806 in New York.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Cape Coral?
About $65,988 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or New York?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $86,801 in New York, 3% more in New York.