salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chesapeake to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,881
$1,849
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,567
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$102,860
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$378,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$3,108
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$178
👥 People living there
903,844
252,583
Commute to work
24.7 min
25.8 min
College degree
48%
36.9%
Own their home
51%
74.4%
Below poverty line
11.7%
9.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Chesapeake for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Charlotte | Chesapeake | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $56,940 | +47% in Chesapeake |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,930 | $69,560 | -16% in Chesapeake |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,980 | $38,150 | -15% in Chesapeake |
| Lawyer | $157,180 | $133,380 | -15% in Chesapeake |
| Accountant | $92,910 | $79,450 | -14% in Chesapeake |
| Operations Manager | $112,730 | $100,340 | -11% in Chesapeake |
| Truck Driver | $56,120 | $50,460 | -10% in Chesapeake |
| Pharmacist | $150,580 | $136,280 | -9% in Chesapeake |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Chesapeake cheaper to live in?
Charlotte and Chesapeake cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Chesapeake to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $60,365 a year gives the same standard of living in Chesapeake.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Chesapeake?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $102,860 in Chesapeake, 14% more in Chesapeake.