salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Petersburg to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,010
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,058
$1,875
💵 Families earn per year
$121,065
$81,095
🔑 Buying a house
$465,900
$371,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,700
$2,463
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$175
👥 People living there
290,594
262,732
Commute to work
25.4 min
25.6 min
College degree
60.5%
42.6%
Own their home
56.9%
62.8%
Below poverty line
6.8%
12.5%
Unemployment
4%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Plano for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick St. Petersburg for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Plano | St. Petersburg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $37,070 | +53% in St. Petersburg |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $127,490 | -24% in St. Petersburg |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $75,710 | -19% in St. Petersburg |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $85,470 | -16% in St. Petersburg |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $50,540 | -15% in St. Petersburg |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $52,000 | -15% in St. Petersburg |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | $50,560 | -15% in St. Petersburg |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $105,080 | -14% in St. Petersburg |
Frequently asked questions
Is Plano or St. Petersburg cheaper to live in?
Plano and St. Petersburg cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Petersburg to match $60,000 in Plano?
About $58,720 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Petersburg.
Where do people earn more, Plano or St. Petersburg?
The typical household earns $121,065 in Plano and $81,095 in St. Petersburg, 49% more in Plano.