salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,901
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$176
👥 People living there
487,887
290,594
Commute to work
22.7 min
25.4 min
College degree
42.7%
60.5%
Own their home
60.9%
56.9%
Below poverty line
9%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $168,510 | +58% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $24,160 | -48% in Plano |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $75,240 | -17% in Plano |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,120 | $38,530 | -16% in Plano |
| Cashier | $35,740 | $29,910 | -16% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $57,430 | $48,740 | -15% in Plano |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $101,870 | -14% in Plano |
| Pharmacist | $154,050 | $138,170 | -10% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Plano cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $61,420 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Plano?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $121,065 in Plano, 24% more in Plano.
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