salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,775
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,560
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$85,748
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$303,000
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,191
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$186
$105
👥 People living there
963,194
195,300
Commute to work
27.1 min
23.2 min
College degree
32%
32.3%
Own their home
57%
50.8%
Below poverty line
13.1%
10.2%
Unemployment
4.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Worth for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Vancouver for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Worth | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $54,780 | +127% in Vancouver |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $105,090 | +78% in Vancouver |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $101,010 | +65% in Vancouver |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $73,710 | +51% in Vancouver |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $85,170 | +31% in Vancouver |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $50,350 | +31% in Vancouver |
| Medical Assistant | $43,100 | $56,240 | +30% in Vancouver |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $83,510 | +30% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Worth or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Fort Worth and Vancouver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Fort Worth?
About $61,357 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Fort Worth or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $85,748 in Fort Worth and $87,723 in Vancouver, 2% more in Vancouver.