salaryChandler is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fort Lauderdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,070
$2,109
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$2,075
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$89,656
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$486,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$4,516
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$147
👥 People living there
280,136
185,604
Commute to work
23.9 min
26.1 min
College degree
47.7%
40.8%
Own their home
65%
54.1%
Below poverty line
7.9%
15%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Fort Lauderdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $36,070 | -24% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $75,710 | +23% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $62,610 | -20% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,520 | $82,780 | -19% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $160,320 | +18% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $38,010 | -16% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,410 | $39,560 | -15% in Fort Lauderdale |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $51,570 | -15% in Fort Lauderdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Fort Lauderdale cheaper to live in?
Chandler is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,070 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Fort Lauderdale to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $66,295 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Lauderdale.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Fort Lauderdale?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale, 30% more in Chandler.
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