salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,530
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$167
👥 People living there
210,815
631,818
Commute to work
19.1 min
22.5 min
College degree
29%
33.8%
Own their home
47.4%
60.7%
Below poverty line
17.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
7.9%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $51,740 | $74,680 | +44% in Louisville |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $63,220 | +31% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,500 | $46,830 | +25% in Louisville |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $45,160 | +23% in Louisville |
| Carpenter | $46,800 | $56,520 | +21% in Louisville |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $41,600 | +18% in Louisville |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | $59,000 | +18% in Louisville |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $124,530 | +15% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $60,715 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Louisville?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $72,097 in Louisville, 13% more in Louisville.
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