salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Los Angeles to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,109
$2,498
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$2,339
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$88,371
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$921,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$6,050
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$151
👥 People living there
185,604
3,857,263
Commute to work
26.1 min
30.7 min
College degree
40.8%
38.5%
Own their home
54.1%
36%
Below poverty line
15%
16.5%
Unemployment
5.3%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $101,860 | +75% in Los Angeles |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $121,980 | +53% in Los Angeles |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $122,980 | +49% in Los Angeles |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $135,560 | +48% in Los Angeles |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $75,740 | +47% in Los Angeles |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $108,640 | +30% in Los Angeles |
| Firefighter | $75,710 | $98,050 | +30% in Los Angeles |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $73,830 | +27% in Los Angeles |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Los Angeles cheaper to live in?
Fort Lauderdale and Los Angeles cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Los Angeles to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $59,690 a year gives the same standard of living in Los Angeles.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Los Angeles?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $88,371 in Los Angeles, 1% more in Fort Lauderdale.
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