salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,339
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$142
👥 People living there
215,536
185,913
Commute to work
29.9 min
23.2 min
College degree
26.9%
24.1%
Own their home
77.2%
41.9%
Below poverty line
10.7%
17.6%
Unemployment
3.8%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $62,380 | +27% in Paradise |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,660 | $27,110 | -26% in Paradise |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $103,940 | +25% in Paradise |
| Civil Engineer | $84,990 | $106,110 | +25% in Paradise |
| Truck Driver | $48,950 | $60,650 | +24% in Paradise |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,530 | $75,920 | +23% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $57,930 | $70,890 | +22% in Paradise |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,510 | $45,350 | +21% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral and Paradise cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Cape Coral?
About $58,749 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Paradise?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $63,836 in Paradise, 32% more in Cape Coral.