salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,279
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,180
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$94,293
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$806,600
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,151
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$133
👥 People living there
455,548
459,745
Commute to work
29.9 min
27.3 min
College degree
35.6%
37.4%
Own their home
41.2%
30.8%
Below poverty line
14.8%
19.4%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Long Beach for lower rent, higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Miami for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Long Beach | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $58,300 | -43% in Miami |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $79,840 | -35% in Miami |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $82,780 | -33% in Miami |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $91,380 | -33% in Miami |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $51,570 | -32% in Miami |
| Civil Engineer | $108,640 | $83,750 | -23% in Miami |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $75,710 | -23% in Miami |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $58,040 | -21% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Long Beach or Miami cheaper to live in?
Long Beach and Miami cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Long Beach?
About $60,311 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Long Beach or Miami?
The typical household earns $94,293 in Long Beach and $67,365 in Miami, 40% more in Long Beach.