McKinney is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Salt Lake City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,993
$1,608
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,977
$1,657
💵 Families earn per year
$133,966
$80,985
🔑 Buying a house
$471,800
$539,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$7,791
$2,729
⚡ Electric bill per month
$182
$77
👥 People living there
210,600
208,007
Commute to work
27.8 min
19.5 min
College degree
54.1%
51.5%
Own their home
63.8%
45.8%
Below poverty line
5.7%
13.6%
Unemployment
3.7%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick McKinney for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Salt Lake City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is McKinney or Salt Lake City cheaper to live in?
McKinney is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,993 a month there versus $1,608 in Salt Lake City.
What salary do I need in Salt Lake City to match $60,000 in McKinney?
About $62,356 a year gives the same standard of living in Salt Lake City.
Where do people earn more, McKinney or Salt Lake City?
The typical household earns $133,966 in McKinney and $80,985 in Salt Lake City, 65% more in McKinney.
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