salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Petersburg to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,070
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$1,875
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$81,095
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$371,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$2,463
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$175
👥 People living there
280,136
262,732
Commute to work
23.9 min
25.6 min
College degree
47.7%
42.6%
Own their home
65%
62.8%
Below poverty line
7.9%
12.5%
Unemployment
3.6%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick St. Petersburg for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | St. Petersburg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $37,070 | -22% in St. Petersburg |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $62,490 | -20% in St. Petersburg |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $52,000 | -18% in St. Petersburg |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | $50,540 | -17% in St. Petersburg |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $37,470 | -17% in St. Petersburg |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,950 | $37,570 | -16% in St. Petersburg |
| Truck Driver | $59,770 | $50,560 | -15% in St. Petersburg |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $85,470 | -15% in St. Petersburg |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or St. Petersburg cheaper to live in?
Chandler and St. Petersburg cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Petersburg to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $58,591 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Petersburg.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or St. Petersburg?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $81,095 in St. Petersburg, 44% more in Chandler.
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