salaryOntario is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Ontario to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,538
$2,618
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,983
$2,120
💵 Families earn per year
$67,365
$95,923
🔑 Buying a house
$518,100
$607,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,586
$3,638
⚡ Electric bill per month
$133
$134
👥 People living there
459,745
180,547
Commute to work
27.3 min
31.5 min
College degree
37.4%
22.5%
Own their home
30.8%
58%
Below poverty line
19.4%
12.4%
Unemployment
5.2%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Miami for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Ontario for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Miami | Ontario | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $98,520 | +69% in Ontario |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $133,940 | +47% in Ontario |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $115,120 | +37% in Ontario |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $70,880 | +37% in Ontario |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,340 | $169,920 | +29% in Ontario |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $105,730 | +28% in Ontario |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $101,870 | +28% in Ontario |
| Physician Assistant | $132,360 | $165,490 | +25% in Ontario |
Frequently asked questions
Is Miami or Ontario cheaper to live in?
Ontario is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,618 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Ontario to match $60,000 in Miami?
About $55,946 a year gives the same standard of living in Ontario.
Where do people earn more, Miami or Ontario?
The typical household earns $67,365 in Miami and $95,923 in Ontario, 30% more in Ontario.