salarySeattle is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,109
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$109
👥 People living there
185,604
754,195
Commute to work
26.1 min
26 min
College degree
40.8%
68.4%
Own their home
54.1%
43.7%
Below poverty line
15%
9.9%
Unemployment
5.3%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Seattle for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Seattle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $102,920 | +77% in Seattle |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $101,780 | +74% in Seattle |
| Plumber | $57,760 | $95,230 | +65% in Seattle |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $133,740 | +62% in Seattle |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,070 | $57,280 | +59% in Seattle |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $76,410 | +48% in Seattle |
| Cashier | $30,250 | $44,210 | +46% in Seattle |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $115,120 | +44% in Seattle |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Seattle is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,273 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $58,412 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Seattle?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $133,583 in Seattle, 33% more in Seattle.
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