salaryHuntington Beach is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Long Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,987
$2,279
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,696
$2,180
💵 Families earn per year
$130,411
$94,293
🔑 Buying a house
$1,100,000
$806,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,234
$5,151
⚡ Electric bill per month
$108
$99
👥 People living there
195,240
455,548
Commute to work
28.4 min
29.9 min
College degree
49%
35.6%
Own their home
55.4%
41.2%
Below poverty line
7.8%
14.8%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Long Beach for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntington Beach or Long Beach cheaper to live in?
Huntington Beach is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,987 a month there versus $2,279 in Long Beach.
What salary do I need in Long Beach to match $60,000 in Huntington Beach?
About $61,542 a year gives the same standard of living in Long Beach.
Where do people earn more, Huntington Beach or Long Beach?
The typical household earns $130,411 in Huntington Beach and $94,293 in Long Beach, 38% more in Huntington Beach.
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