salaryCape Coral is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Ontario to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,339
$2,618
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$2,120
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$95,923
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$607,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$3,638
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$134
👥 People living there
215,536
180,547
Commute to work
29.9 min
31.5 min
College degree
26.9%
22.5%
Own their home
77.2%
58%
Below poverty line
10.7%
12.4%
Unemployment
3.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Ontario for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Ontario | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,470 | $98,520 | +63% in Ontario |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $133,940 | +62% in Ontario |
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $70,880 | +44% in Ontario |
| Civil Engineer | $84,990 | $115,120 | +35% in Ontario |
| Police Officer | $76,710 | $101,870 | +33% in Ontario |
| Firefighter | $60,000 | $79,160 | +32% in Ontario |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,670 | $169,920 | +31% in Ontario |
| Physician Assistant | $131,700 | $165,490 | +26% in Ontario |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Ontario cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,339 a month there versus $2,618 in Ontario.
What salary do I need in Ontario to match $60,000 in Cape Coral?
About $62,399 a year gives the same standard of living in Ontario.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Ontario?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $95,923 in Ontario, 12% more in Ontario.