Little Rock is 20% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Little Rock to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,808
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$1,175
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$67,949
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$236,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
89.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$1,902
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$154
👥 People living there
276,375
203,436
Commute to work
28.6 min
18.5 min
College degree
33.2%
44.6%
Own their home
59.8%
53.5%
Below poverty line
8.7%
17.5%
Unemployment
8%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Little Rock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $110,400 | $54,840 | -50% in Little Rock |
| Lawyer | $178,220 | $97,870 | -45% in Little Rock |
| Registered Nurse | $139,520 | $81,070 | -42% in Little Rock |
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $58,580 | -40% in Little Rock |
| Electrician | $76,160 | $48,200 | -37% in Little Rock |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $76,080 | -36% in Little Rock |
| Software Developer | $163,270 | $104,070 | -36% in Little Rock |
| HVAC Technician | $74,880 | $48,000 | -36% in Little Rock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Little Rock cheaper to live in?
Little Rock is about 20% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Little Rock to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $47,922 a year gives the same standard of living in Little Rock.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Little Rock?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $67,949 in Little Rock, 71% more in Chula Vista.
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