salaryCleveland is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Cleveland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,056
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$44,004
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$102,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$1,759
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$94
👥 People living there
2,711,226
366,097
Commute to work
33.1 min
22.5 min
College degree
44.3%
22.4%
Own their home
46%
41.7%
Below poverty line
16.8%
30.6%
Unemployment
8%
10.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Cleveland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $103,380 | $63,020 | -39% in Cleveland |
| Electrician | $102,350 | $70,860 | -31% in Cleveland |
| Police Officer | $107,810 | $80,280 | -26% in Cleveland |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $60,650 | -25% in Cleveland |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $62,720 | -24% in Cleveland |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $62,790 | -19% in Cleveland |
| Lawyer | $165,660 | $134,680 | -19% in Cleveland |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,070 | $63,900 | -18% in Cleveland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Cleveland cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,983 in Chicago.
What salary do I need in Cleveland to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $54,398 a year gives the same standard of living in Cleveland.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Cleveland?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $44,004 in Cleveland, 91% more in Chicago.