salaryMemphis is 21% cheaperBased 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
$1,399
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$131
👥 People living there
618,980
1,389,526
Commute to work
21.1 min
23.5 min
College degree
28%
51%
Own their home
44.9%
47.3%
Below poverty line
23.1%
11%
Unemployment
8.3%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Memphis | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $81,500 | $139,520 | +71% in San Diego |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,510 | $97,000 | +58% in San Diego |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,580 | $123,790 | +58% in San Diego |
| Police Officer | $75,410 | $110,400 | +46% in San Diego |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $35,850 | +46% in San Diego |
| Carpenter | $50,620 | $73,200 | +45% in San Diego |
| Physician Assistant | $121,900 | $165,160 | +35% in San Diego |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,140 | $79,720 | +35% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Memphis?
About $72,828 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or San Diego?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $116,561 in San Diego, 52% more in San Diego.