salaryChicago is 7% 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
$1,983
$2,987
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$2,696
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$130,411
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$1,100,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$6,234
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$108
👥 People living there
2,711,226
195,240
Commute to work
33.1 min
28.4 min
College degree
44.3%
49%
Own their home
46%
55.4%
Below poverty line
16.8%
7.8%
Unemployment
8%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Huntington Beach cheaper to live in?
Chicago is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,983 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in Huntington Beach to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $64,127 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntington Beach.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Huntington Beach?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $130,411 in Huntington Beach, 36% more in Huntington Beach.
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