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
$2,538
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,983
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$67,365
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$518,100
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,586
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$133
$131
👥 People living there
459,745
1,389,526
Commute to work
27.3 min
23.5 min
College degree
37.4%
51%
Own their home
30.8%
47.3%
Below poverty line
19.4%
11%
Unemployment
5.2%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Miami for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Miami | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $97,000 | +66% in San Diego |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $139,520 | +53% in San Diego |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $123,790 | +50% in San Diego |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $73,200 | +42% in San Diego |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $110,400 | +38% in San Diego |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $108,900 | +30% in San Diego |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $76,160 | +30% in San Diego |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $74,880 | +29% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Miami or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Miami 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 Miami?
About $58,808 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Miami or San Diego?
The typical household earns $67,365 in Miami and $116,561 in San Diego, 42% more in San Diego.