salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,109
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$133
👥 People living there
185,604
459,745
Commute to work
26.1 min
27.3 min
College degree
40.8%
37.4%
Own their home
54.1%
30.8%
Below poverty line
15%
19.4%
Unemployment
5.3%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Miami for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $91,380 | 0% in Miami |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,340 | $131,340 | 0% in Miami |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,610 | $62,610 | 0% in Miami |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,010 | $38,010 | 0% in Miami |
| Medical Assistant | $44,930 | $44,930 | 0% in Miami |
| Pharmacist | $135,210 | $135,210 | 0% in Miami |
| Physician Assistant | $132,360 | $132,360 | 0% in Miami |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $82,780 | 0% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Miami cheaper to live in?
Fort Lauderdale and Miami cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Miami?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $67,365 in Miami, 33% more in Fort Lauderdale.