Mobile is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Bernardino to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,257
$2,021
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,109
$1,659
💵 Families earn per year
$57,762
$72,707
🔑 Buying a house
$193,300
$422,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.1
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$968
$2,594
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$143
👥 People living there
203,416
222,724
Commute to work
22.8 min
29.7 min
College degree
32%
13.1%
Own their home
54%
50%
Below poverty line
18.4%
18.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Mobile for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick San Bernardino for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mobile | San Bernardino | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $47,000 | $101,870 | +117% in San Bernardino |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,710 | $105,730 | +74% in San Bernardino |
| Firefighter | $46,770 | $79,160 | +69% in San Bernardino |
| Registered Nurse | $79,490 | $133,940 | +68% in San Bernardino |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,480 | $169,920 | +64% in San Bernardino |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,970 | $98,520 | +62% in San Bernardino |
| Physician Assistant | $104,960 | $165,490 | +58% in San Bernardino |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,880 | $46,430 | +50% in San Bernardino |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mobile or San Bernardino cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $2,021 in San Bernardino.
What salary do I need in San Bernardino to match $60,000 in Mobile?
About $72,493 a year gives the same standard of living in San Bernardino.
Where do people earn more, Mobile or San Bernardino?
The typical household earns $57,762 in Mobile and $72,707 in San Bernardino, 21% more in San Bernardino.