salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Houston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,849
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$157
👥 People living there
252,583
2,328,253
Commute to work
25.8 min
27.2 min
College degree
36.9%
36.6%
Own their home
74.4%
42.1%
Below poverty line
9.4%
19.9%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chesapeake | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $22,080 | -43% in Houston |
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $74,570 | +25% in Houston |
| Operations Manager | $100,340 | $119,600 | +19% in Houston |
| Lawyer | $133,380 | $157,980 | +18% in Houston |
| Truck Driver | $50,460 | $56,840 | +13% in Houston |
| Registered Nurse | $89,450 | $99,830 | +12% in Houston |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,760 | $113,440 | +9% in Houston |
| Physician Assistant | $126,430 | $137,240 | +9% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Houston cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake and Houston cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Chesapeake?
About $60,421 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Houston?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $69,901 in Houston, 47% more in Chesapeake.