salaryChesapeake is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,849
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$113
👥 People living there
252,583
718,877
Commute to work
25.8 min
24.9 min
College degree
36.9%
56.5%
Own their home
74.4%
48.8%
Below poverty line
9.4%
11.2%
Unemployment
4.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Denver for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chesapeake | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $101,970 | +71% in Denver |
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $87,980 | +55% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $99,040 | +42% in Denver |
| Operations Manager | $100,340 | $142,330 | +42% in Denver |
| Lawyer | $133,380 | $177,380 | +33% in Denver |
| Cashier | $29,320 | $37,620 | +28% in Denver |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $48,590 | +27% in Denver |
| Truck Driver | $50,460 | $63,900 | +27% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Denver cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,849 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Chesapeake?
About $64,804 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Denver?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $102,153 in Denver, 1% more in Chesapeake.