salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Long Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,109
$2,279
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$2,180
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$94,293
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$806,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$5,151
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$99
👥 People living there
185,604
455,548
Commute to work
26.1 min
29.9 min
College degree
40.8%
35.6%
Own their home
54.1%
41.2%
Below poverty line
15%
14.8%
Unemployment
5.3%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Long Beach for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Long Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $101,860 | +75% in Long Beach |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $121,980 | +53% in Long Beach |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $122,980 | +49% in Long Beach |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $135,560 | +48% in Long Beach |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $75,740 | +47% in Long Beach |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $108,640 | +30% in Long Beach |
| Firefighter | $75,710 | $98,050 | +30% in Long Beach |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $73,830 | +27% in Long Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Long Beach cheaper to live in?
Fort Lauderdale and Long Beach cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Long Beach to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $59,690 a year gives the same standard of living in Long Beach.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Long Beach?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $94,293 in Long Beach, 5% more in Long Beach.
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