salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,109
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$127
👥 People living there
185,604
439,418
Commute to work
26.1 min
29.8 min
College degree
40.8%
48.7%
Own their home
54.1%
42.3%
Below poverty line
15%
13.4%
Unemployment
5.3%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Oakland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $186,610 | +104% in Oakland |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $146,760 | +77% in Oakland |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $101,860 | +75% in Oakland |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $89,200 | +73% in Oakland |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,340 | $219,080 | +67% in Oakland |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $132,000 | +65% in Oakland |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $92,830 | +58% in Oakland |
| Market Research Analyst | $78,990 | $123,250 | +56% in Oakland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Fort Lauderdale and Oakland cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $60,766 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Oakland?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $109,576 in Oakland, 18% more in Oakland.
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