salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,530
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$185
👥 People living there
210,815
197,494
Commute to work
19.1 min
20.7 min
College degree
29%
33.8%
Own their home
47.4%
54.4%
Below poverty line
17.7%
21.5%
Unemployment
7.9%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $93,330 | $60,120 | -36% in Montgomery |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $48,780 | +32% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $134,300 | $102,040 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $125,290 | +16% in Montgomery |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,670 | $55,410 | -14% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $57,690 | $49,910 | -13% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $121,410 | $105,050 | -13% in Montgomery |
| HVAC Technician | $56,220 | $48,680 | -13% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville and Montgomery cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $58,502 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $61,271 in Montgomery, 3% more in Fayetteville.
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