salaryFayetteville is 24% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,530
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$133
👥 People living there
210,815
459,745
Commute to work
19.1 min
27.3 min
College degree
29%
37.4%
Own their home
47.4%
30.8%
Below poverty line
17.7%
19.4%
Unemployment
7.9%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Miami for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $75,710 | +106% in Miami |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $79,840 | +66% in Miami |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $160,320 | +49% in Miami |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $78,990 | +37% in Miami |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | $36,070 | +22% in Miami |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $88,690 | $103,650 | +17% in Miami |
| Restaurant Cook | $32,720 | $36,920 | +13% in Miami |
| Civil Engineer | $96,080 | $83,750 | -13% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Miami cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville is about 24% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,530 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $74,467 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Miami?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $67,365 in Miami, 6% more in Miami.