salaryMemphis is 18% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,808
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$223
👥 People living there
276,375
618,980
Commute to work
28.6 min
21.1 min
College degree
33.2%
28%
Own their home
59.8%
44.9%
Below poverty line
8.7%
23.1%
Unemployment
8%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $139,520 | $81,500 | -42% in Memphis |
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $61,510 | -37% in Memphis |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,790 | $78,580 | -37% in Memphis |
| Police Officer | $110,400 | $75,410 | -32% in Memphis |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $24,550 | -32% in Memphis |
| Carpenter | $73,200 | $50,620 | -31% in Memphis |
| Physician Assistant | $165,160 | $121,900 | -26% in Memphis |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,720 | $59,140 | -26% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 18% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $49,431 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Memphis?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $55,797 in Memphis, 109% more in Chula Vista.