salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Grand Rapids to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,277
$1,751
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,396
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$74,533
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$244,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$2,493
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$100
👥 People living there
366,097
198,535
Commute to work
22.5 min
19 min
College degree
22.4%
41.6%
Own their home
41.7%
54%
Below poverty line
30.6%
16.9%
Unemployment
10.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Grand Rapids for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Grand Rapids | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,020 | $80,440 | +28% in Grand Rapids |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $61,900 | -19% in Grand Rapids |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,260 | $42,930 | +18% in Grand Rapids |
| Retail Salesperson | $31,000 | $34,800 | +12% in Grand Rapids |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $62,240 | -12% in Grand Rapids |
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $56,260 | -10% in Grand Rapids |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $64,880 | -9% in Grand Rapids |
| Medical Assistant | $43,830 | $39,890 | -9% in Grand Rapids |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Grand Rapids cheaper to live in?
Cleveland and Grand Rapids cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Grand Rapids to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $61,037 a year gives the same standard of living in Grand Rapids.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Grand Rapids?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $74,533 in Grand Rapids, 41% more in Grand Rapids.
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