salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,516
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$72,684
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$210,400
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.7
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,387
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$198
$223
👥 People living there
317,419
618,980
Commute to work
21.3 min
21.1 min
College degree
24.4%
28%
Own their home
57.9%
44.9%
Below poverty line
17.1%
23.1%
Unemployment
5.1%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Corpus Christi for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Corpus Christi | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,700 | $62,910 | +29% in Memphis |
| Truck Driver | $49,000 | $63,070 | +29% in Memphis |
| Market Research Analyst | $55,980 | $71,600 | +28% in Memphis |
| Customer Service Representative | $37,070 | $44,090 | +19% in Memphis |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,670 | $36,340 | +18% in Memphis |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $88,890 | $100,640 | +13% in Memphis |
| Operations Manager | $90,600 | $102,510 | +13% in Memphis |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,200 | $32,580 | +12% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Corpus Christi or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Corpus Christi and Memphis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Corpus Christi?
About $59,681 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Corpus Christi or Memphis?
The typical household earns $72,684 in Corpus Christi and $55,797 in Memphis, 30% more in Corpus Christi.
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