salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,277
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,175
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$67,949
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$236,400
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.4
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,902
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$154
$185
👥 People living there
203,436
197,494
Commute to work
18.5 min
20.7 min
College degree
44.6%
33.8%
Own their home
53.5%
54.4%
Below poverty line
17.5%
21.5%
Unemployment
4.1%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Little Rock for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Montgomery for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Little Rock | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $76,080 | $107,980 | +42% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $89,160 | $60,120 | -33% in Montgomery |
| Lawyer | $97,870 | $125,290 | +28% in Montgomery |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $78,560 | $94,540 | +20% in Montgomery |
| Plumber | $49,190 | $57,960 | +18% in Montgomery |
| Civil Engineer | $83,030 | $97,470 | +17% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $126,680 | $105,050 | -17% in Montgomery |
| Accountant | $65,810 | $75,040 | +14% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Rock or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Little Rock and Montgomery cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Little Rock?
About $60,214 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Little Rock or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $67,949 in Little Rock and $61,271 in Montgomery, 11% more in Little Rock.
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