salaryDenver is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,065
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$96
👥 People living there
718,877
681,294
Commute to work
24.9 min
30 min
College degree
56.5%
64.2%
Own their home
48.8%
41.5%
Below poverty line
11.2%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Denver | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $66,980 | -24% in Washington |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $75,930 | +20% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $84,000 | -18% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,650 | $46,040 | +16% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $137,610 | $154,930 | +13% in Washington |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $71,860 | +12% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $87,160 | -12% in Washington |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $148,200 | +10% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Washington cheaper to live in?
Denver is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,065 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Denver?
About $61,759 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Washington?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $118,495 in Washington, 14% more in Washington.