salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$105
👥 People living there
2,711,226
195,300
Commute to work
33.1 min
23.2 min
College degree
44.3%
32.3%
Own their home
46%
50.8%
Below poverty line
16.8%
10.2%
Unemployment
8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Vancouver for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,200 | $54,780 | +76% in Vancouver |
| Registered Nurse | $100,490 | $130,310 | +30% in Vancouver |
| Physician Assistant | $127,940 | $163,810 | +28% in Vancouver |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,490 | $127,360 | +23% in Vancouver |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,260 | $123,100 | +23% in Vancouver |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,740 | $158,890 | +21% in Vancouver |
| Pharmacist | $140,880 | $168,830 | +20% in Vancouver |
| Medical Assistant | $47,270 | $56,240 | +19% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Chicago and Vancouver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $61,058 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $87,723 in Vancouver, 4% more in Vancouver.