salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Petersburg to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,806
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,614
$1,875
💵 Families earn per year
$79,676
$81,095
🔑 Buying a house
$427,900
$371,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,065
$2,463
⚡ Electric bill per month
$159
$175
👥 People living there
660,400
262,732
Commute to work
25.7 min
25.6 min
College degree
27.7%
42.6%
Own their home
56.6%
62.8%
Below poverty line
14%
12.5%
Unemployment
7.4%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Las Vegas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
- Pick St. Petersburg for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Las Vegas | St. Petersburg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $37,070 | +37% in St. Petersburg |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $57,450 | -19% in St. Petersburg |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $85,470 | -18% in St. Petersburg |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $62,490 | -18% in St. Petersburg |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,350 | $37,470 | -17% in St. Petersburg |
| Truck Driver | $60,650 | $50,560 | -17% in St. Petersburg |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $52,130 | -16% in St. Petersburg |
| HVAC Technician | $60,240 | $50,540 | -16% in St. Petersburg |
Frequently asked questions
Is Las Vegas or St. Petersburg cheaper to live in?
Las Vegas and St. Petersburg cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Petersburg to match $60,000 in Las Vegas?
About $60,404 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Petersburg.
Where do people earn more, Las Vegas or St. Petersburg?
The typical household earns $79,676 in Las Vegas and $81,095 in St. Petersburg, 2% more in St. Petersburg.
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