salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,279
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,180
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$94,293
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$806,600
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,151
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$131
👥 People living there
455,548
1,389,526
Commute to work
29.9 min
23.5 min
College degree
35.6%
51%
Own their home
41.2%
47.3%
Below poverty line
14.8%
11%
Unemployment
6.5%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Long Beach for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Long Beach | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $70,900 | -28% in San Diego |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $110,400 | -9% in San Diego |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $178,220 | -8% in San Diego |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $119,600 | -5% in San Diego |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $165,130 | +5% in San Diego |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $97,000 | -5% in San Diego |
| Restaurant Cook | $44,460 | $46,440 | +4% in San Diego |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $79,440 | -4% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Long Beach or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Long Beach and San Diego cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Long Beach?
About $59,113 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Long Beach or San Diego?
The typical household earns $94,293 in Long Beach and $116,561 in San Diego, 19% more in San Diego.