salaryFayetteville is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,530
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$142
👥 People living there
210,815
185,913
Commute to work
19.1 min
23.2 min
College degree
29%
24.1%
Own their home
47.4%
41.9%
Below poverty line
17.7%
17.6%
Unemployment
7.9%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Paradise for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $77,750 | +61% in Paradise |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $59,280 | +61% in Paradise |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $150,510 | +39% in Paradise |
| Carpenter | $46,800 | $62,380 | +33% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $74,670 | +29% in Paradise |
| Registered Nurse | $83,060 | $103,940 | +25% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $57,690 | $70,890 | +23% in Paradise |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | $60,650 | +21% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,530 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $65,373 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Paradise?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $63,836 in Paradise, 1% more in Paradise.