salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,339
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$176
👥 People living there
215,536
290,594
Commute to work
29.9 min
25.4 min
College degree
26.9%
60.5%
Own their home
77.2%
56.9%
Below poverty line
10.7%
6.8%
Unemployment
3.8%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, lower unemployment.
- Pick Plano for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,660 | $24,160 | -34% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $129,450 | $168,510 | +30% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,310 | $122,520 | +26% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $101,420 | +22% in Plano |
| Truck Driver | $48,950 | $59,530 | +22% in Plano |
| Police Officer | $76,710 | $92,910 | +21% in Plano |
| Plumber | $51,690 | $61,250 | +18% in Plano |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,180 | $44,990 | +18% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Plano cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Cape Coral?
About $60,434 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Plano?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $121,065 in Plano, 30% more in Plano.