salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,070
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$113
👥 People living there
280,136
718,877
Commute to work
23.9 min
24.9 min
College degree
47.7%
56.5%
Own their home
65%
48.8%
Below poverty line
7.9%
11.2%
Unemployment
3.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Denver for lower rent, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $142,330 | +44% in Denver |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $87,980 | +42% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,590 | $99,040 | +33% in Denver |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $177,380 | +31% in Denver |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $76,910 | +30% in Denver |
| Accountant | $80,820 | $100,020 | +24% in Denver |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | $127,880 | +23% in Denver |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $101,970 | +20% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Denver cheaper to live in?
Chandler and Denver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $61,432 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Denver?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $102,153 in Denver, 14% more in Chandler.