salaryWashington is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,109
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$96
👥 People living there
185,604
681,294
Commute to work
26.1 min
30 min
College degree
40.8%
64.2%
Own their home
54.1%
41.5%
Below poverty line
15%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.3%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $105,640 | $156,460 | +48% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $119,170 | +44% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $79,470 | +36% in Washington |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $75,930 | +30% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,070 | $46,040 | +28% in Washington |
| Accountant | $80,920 | $102,140 | +26% in Washington |
| Plumber | $57,760 | $71,860 | +24% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $71,920 | +24% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Washington cheaper to live in?
Washington is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,370 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $57,230 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Washington?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $118,495 in Washington, 24% more in Washington.
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