salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Mobile to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,277
$1,257
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,175
$1,109
💵 Families earn per year
$67,949
$57,762
🔑 Buying a house
$236,400
$193,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.4
88.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,902
$968
⚡ Electric bill per month
$154
$196
👥 People living there
203,436
203,416
Commute to work
18.5 min
22.8 min
College degree
44.6%
32%
Own their home
53.5%
54%
Below poverty line
17.5%
18.4%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Little Rock for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Mobile for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Little Rock | Mobile | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $76,080 | $106,690 | +40% in Mobile |
| Lawyer | $97,870 | $130,490 | +33% in Mobile |
| Dental Hygienist | $89,160 | $60,710 | -32% in Mobile |
| Civil Engineer | $83,030 | $107,810 | +30% in Mobile |
| Electrician | $48,200 | $61,720 | +28% in Mobile |
| Plumber | $49,190 | $59,410 | +21% in Mobile |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $78,560 | $94,350 | +20% in Mobile |
| Nurse Practitioner | $126,680 | $103,480 | -18% in Mobile |
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Rock or Mobile cheaper to live in?
Little Rock and Mobile cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Mobile to match $60,000 in Little Rock?
About $59,150 a year gives the same standard of living in Mobile.
Where do people earn more, Little Rock or Mobile?
The typical household earns $67,949 in Little Rock and $57,762 in Mobile, 18% more in Little Rock.