salaryCharlotte is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntington Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,881
$2,987
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$2,696
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$130,411
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$1,100,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$6,234
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$108
👥 People living there
903,844
195,240
Commute to work
24.7 min
28.4 min
College degree
48%
49%
Own their home
51%
55.4%
Below poverty line
11.7%
7.8%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Huntington Beach cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in Huntington Beach to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $68,242 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntington Beach.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Huntington Beach?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $130,411 in Huntington Beach, 32% more in Huntington Beach.
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