salaryCharlotte is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,881
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$96
👥 People living there
903,844
681,294
Commute to work
24.7 min
30 min
College degree
48%
64.2%
Own their home
51%
41.5%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Charlotte | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $66,980 | +73% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $112,730 | $156,460 | +39% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | $79,470 | +35% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $84,000 | +33% in Washington |
| Electrician | $59,080 | $75,930 | +29% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,430 | $46,040 | +26% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $157,180 | $195,190 | +24% in Washington |
| Plumber | $58,690 | $71,860 | +22% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Washington cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $67,110 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Washington?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $118,495 in Washington, 25% more in Washington.