salaryJacksonville is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,719
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$96
👥 People living there
977,670
681,294
Commute to work
24.1 min
30 min
College degree
33.2%
64.2%
Own their home
57.6%
41.5%
Below poverty line
14.5%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jacksonville | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $100,870 | $156,460 | +55% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $127,920 | $195,190 | +53% in Washington |
| Electrician | $58,280 | $75,930 | +30% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,080 | $79,470 | +30% in Washington |
| Accountant | $79,960 | $102,140 | +28% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,630 | $46,040 | +26% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,960 | $119,170 | +25% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $102,230 | $127,040 | +24% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Washington cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,719 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Jacksonville?
About $65,669 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Washington?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $118,495 in Washington, 36% more in Washington.
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