salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,279
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,180
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$94,293
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$806,600
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,151
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$132
👥 People living there
455,548
8,483,844
Commute to work
29.9 min
40.3 min
College degree
35.6%
41.6%
Own their home
41.2%
32.8%
Below poverty line
14.8%
17.9%
Unemployment
6.5%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Long Beach for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick New York for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Long Beach | New York | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $47,610 | +33% in New York |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $157,000 | +25% in New York |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $100,520 | +21% in New York |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $105,540 | -13% in New York |
| Accountant | $94,360 | $105,650 | +12% in New York |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $119,720 | -12% in New York |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $109,720 | -11% in New York |
| Plumber | $71,110 | $78,610 | +11% in New York |
Frequently asked questions
Is Long Beach or New York cheaper to live in?
Long Beach and New York cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Long Beach?
About $59,470 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Long Beach or New York?
The typical household earns $94,293 in Long Beach and $86,801 in New York, 9% more in Long Beach.