salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Jacksonville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,347
$1,719
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,567
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$75,357
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$293,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
99.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$2,176
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$189
👥 People living there
638,530
977,670
Commute to work
24.8 min
24.1 min
College degree
18.1%
33.2%
Own their home
50.3%
57.6%
Below poverty line
32.7%
14.5%
Unemployment
14%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Jacksonville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Detroit | Jacksonville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $86,370 | $58,920 | -32% in Jacksonville |
| Electrician | $81,990 | $58,280 | -29% in Jacksonville |
| Carpenter | $65,810 | $50,540 | -23% in Jacksonville |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | $83,520 | -14% in Jacksonville |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $94,960 | +12% in Jacksonville |
| Civil Engineer | $92,550 | $102,280 | +11% in Jacksonville |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $69,300 | $62,070 | -10% in Jacksonville |
| Medical Assistant | $39,410 | $42,600 | +8% in Jacksonville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Jacksonville cheaper to live in?
Detroit and Jacksonville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Jacksonville to match $60,000 in Detroit?
About $59,513 a year gives the same standard of living in Jacksonville.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Jacksonville?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $75,357 in Jacksonville, 43% more in Jacksonville.