salaryMontgomery is 21% 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
$1,304
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$96
👥 People living there
197,494
681,294
Commute to work
20.7 min
30 min
College degree
33.8%
64.2%
Own their home
54.4%
41.5%
Below poverty line
21.5%
15.4%
Unemployment
6.4%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $119,170 | +98% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,360 | $46,040 | +75% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $84,000 | +73% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $125,290 | $195,190 | +56% in Washington |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $75,930 | +52% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $71,920 | +48% in Washington |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $148,200 | +45% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $107,980 | $156,460 | +45% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Washington cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $72,847 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Washington?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $118,495 in Washington, 48% more in Washington.