Cleveland is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,277
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$157
👥 People living there
366,097
209,978
Commute to work
22.5 min
35.6 min
College degree
22.4%
35.7%
Own their home
41.7%
46.2%
Below poverty line
30.6%
13.8%
Unemployment
10.8%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $68,942 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $90,108 in Yonkers, 51% more in Yonkers.