salaryMontgomery is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,304
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$142
👥 People living there
197,494
185,913
Commute to work
20.7 min
23.2 min
College degree
33.8%
24.1%
Own their home
54.4%
41.9%
Below poverty line
21.5%
17.6%
Unemployment
6.4%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Paradise for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $109,210 | +82% in Paradise |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $77,750 | +60% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $70,890 | +42% in Paradise |
| Nurse Practitioner | $105,050 | $144,060 | +37% in Paradise |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $55,410 | $75,920 | +37% in Paradise |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $134,660 | +32% in Paradise |
| Carpenter | $47,360 | $62,380 | +32% in Paradise |
| Registered Nurse | $79,570 | $103,940 | +31% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $67,047 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Paradise?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $63,836 in Paradise, 4% more in Paradise.