salaryCleveland is 22% 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
$1,277
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$133
👥 People living there
366,097
459,745
Commute to work
22.5 min
27.3 min
College degree
22.4%
37.4%
Own their home
41.7%
30.8%
Below poverty line
30.6%
19.4%
Unemployment
10.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Miami for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $58,300 | -24% in Miami |
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $75,710 | +21% in Miami |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $132,650 | +19% in Miami |
| Lawyer | $134,680 | $160,320 | +19% in Miami |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $58,630 | -17% in Miami |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $51,570 | -15% in Miami |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,040 | $39,560 | -14% in Miami |
| Civil Engineer | $96,190 | $83,750 | -13% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Miami cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 22% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $72,925 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Miami?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $67,365 in Miami, 35% more in Miami.