salarySalt Lake City is 8% 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
$1,608
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,657
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$80,985
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$539,500
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,729
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$77
$96
👥 People living there
208,007
681,294
Commute to work
19.5 min
30 min
College degree
51.5%
64.2%
Own their home
45.8%
41.5%
Below poverty line
13.6%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.2%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Salt Lake City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Salt Lake City | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $103,710 | $156,460 | +51% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $136,990 | $195,190 | +42% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $32,320 | $46,040 | +42% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $64,670 | $87,160 | +35% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,400 | $127,040 | +29% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,330 | $119,170 | +26% in Washington |
| Accountant | $82,100 | $102,140 | +24% in Washington |
| Electrician | $62,620 | $75,930 | +21% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Salt Lake City or Washington cheaper to live in?
Salt Lake City is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,608 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Salt Lake City?
About $64,768 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Salt Lake City or Washington?
The typical household earns $80,985 in Salt Lake City and $118,495 in Washington, 32% more in Washington.
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