Jacksonville is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Jacksonville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,070
$1,719
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$1,567
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$75,357
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$293,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
99.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$2,176
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$189
👥 People living there
280,136
977,670
Commute to work
23.9 min
24.1 min
College degree
47.7%
33.2%
Own their home
65%
57.6%
Below poverty line
7.9%
14.5%
Unemployment
3.6%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Jacksonville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Jacksonville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $36,630 | -23% in Jacksonville |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $62,070 | -21% in Jacksonville |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $83,520 | -17% in Jacksonville |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $37,760 | -17% in Jacksonville |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $50,540 | -16% in Jacksonville |
| Civil Engineer | $90,330 | $102,280 | +13% in Jacksonville |
| Cashier | $34,920 | $30,320 | -13% in Jacksonville |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 | $42,600 | -9% in Jacksonville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Jacksonville cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,719 a month there versus $2,070 in Chandler.
What salary do I need in Jacksonville to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $57,775 a year gives the same standard of living in Jacksonville.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Jacksonville?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $75,357 in Jacksonville, 55% more in Chandler.