Jacksonville is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,719
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$133
👥 People living there
977,670
459,745
Commute to work
24.1 min
27.3 min
College degree
33.2%
37.4%
Own their home
57.6%
30.8%
Below poverty line
14.5%
19.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Miami for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jacksonville | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,940 | $75,710 | +28% in Miami |
| Lawyer | $127,920 | $160,320 | +25% in Miami |
| Civil Engineer | $102,280 | $83,750 | -18% in Miami |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,960 | $82,780 | -13% in Miami |
| Registered Nurse | $83,520 | $91,380 | +9% in Miami |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,840 | $39,560 | -8% in Miami |
| Truck Driver | $55,630 | $51,580 | -7% in Miami |
| Warehouse Worker | $41,040 | $38,580 | -6% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Miami cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,719 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Jacksonville?
About $68,848 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Miami?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $67,365 in Miami, 12% more in Jacksonville.