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
$2,498
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,339
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$88,371
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$921,200
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,050
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$132
👥 People living there
3,857,263
8,483,844
Commute to work
30.7 min
40.3 min
College degree
38.5%
41.6%
Own their home
36%
32.8%
Below poverty line
16.5%
17.9%
Unemployment
8.2%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Los Angeles for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
- Pick New York for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Los Angeles | 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 Los Angeles or New York cheaper to live in?
Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
About $59,470 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Los Angeles or New York?
The typical household earns $88,371 in Los Angeles and $86,801 in New York, 2% more in Los Angeles.