salaryMontgomery is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,751
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$74,533
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$244,500
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,493
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$100
$185
👥 People living there
198,535
197,494
Commute to work
19 min
20.7 min
College degree
41.6%
33.8%
Own their home
54%
54.4%
Below poverty line
16.9%
21.5%
Unemployment
5.2%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Grand Rapids for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Grand Rapids | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $42,930 | $26,360 | -39% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $74,920 | $48,490 | -35% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,290 | $60,120 | -29% in Montgomery |
| Plumber | $80,440 | $57,960 | -28% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $131,930 | $102,040 | -23% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $62,240 | $49,910 | -20% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $59,000 | $47,360 | -20% in Montgomery |
| HVAC Technician | $60,190 | $48,680 | -19% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Grand Rapids or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,751 in Grand Rapids.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Grand Rapids?
About $56,318 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Grand Rapids or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $74,533 in Grand Rapids and $61,271 in Montgomery, 22% more in Grand Rapids.
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