Cincinnati is 20% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,379
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$133
👥 People living there
311,224
459,745
Commute to work
22.4 min
27.3 min
College degree
41.8%
37.4%
Own their home
39.8%
30.8%
Below poverty line
25.5%
19.4%
Unemployment
6.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Miami for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,570 | $75,710 | +29% in Miami |
| Lawyer | $130,980 | $160,320 | +22% in Miami |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,940 | $82,780 | -20% in Miami |
| Truck Driver | $60,590 | $51,580 | -15% in Miami |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,470 | $39,560 | -15% in Miami |
| Civil Engineer | $98,220 | $83,750 | -15% in Miami |
| Carpenter | $60,110 | $51,570 | -14% in Miami |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,810 | $34,330 | +11% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Miami cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati is about 20% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,379 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $71,818 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Miami?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $67,365 in Miami, 15% more in Miami.