salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spokane to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,719
$1,489
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,351
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$75,564
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$363,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
100.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$2,947
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$139
👥 People living there
977,670
230,293
Commute to work
24.1 min
20.6 min
College degree
33.2%
33.9%
Own their home
57.6%
58.8%
Below poverty line
14.5%
13.8%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville for cheaper homes, lower unemployment.
- Pick Spokane for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jacksonville | Spokane | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,080 | $98,800 | +62% in Spokane |
| Firefighter | $58,940 | $83,310 | +41% in Spokane |
| Electrician | $58,280 | $79,830 | +37% in Spokane |
| Registered Nurse | $83,520 | $111,750 | +34% in Spokane |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,630 | $48,560 | +33% in Spokane |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $78,950 | +27% in Spokane |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,760 | $47,240 | +25% in Spokane |
| Plumber | $58,920 | $72,800 | +24% in Spokane |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Spokane cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville and Spokane cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Spokane to match $60,000 in Jacksonville?
About $60,520 a year gives the same standard of living in Spokane.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Spokane?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $75,564 in Spokane, 0% more in Spokane.