salaryWashington is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,538
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,983
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$67,365
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$518,100
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,586
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$133
$96
👥 People living there
459,745
681,294
Commute to work
27.3 min
30 min
College degree
37.4%
64.2%
Own their home
30.8%
41.5%
Below poverty line
19.4%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.2%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Miami for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Miami | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $105,640 | $156,460 | +48% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $119,170 | +44% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $79,470 | +36% in Washington |
| Electrician | $58,630 | $75,930 | +30% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,070 | $46,040 | +28% in Washington |
| Accountant | $80,920 | $102,140 | +26% in Washington |
| Plumber | $57,760 | $71,860 | +24% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $71,920 | +24% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Miami or Washington cheaper to live in?
Washington is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,370 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Miami?
About $57,230 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Miami or Washington?
The typical household earns $67,365 in Miami and $118,495 in Washington, 43% more in Washington.