salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,021
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,659
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$72,707
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$422,300
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
106.4
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,594
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$143
$96
👥 People living there
222,724
681,294
Commute to work
29.7 min
30 min
College degree
13.1%
64.2%
Own their home
50%
41.5%
Below poverty line
18.6%
15.4%
Unemployment
6.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick San Bernardino for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | San Bernardino | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $102,260 | $156,460 | +53% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,800 | $46,040 | +32% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,840 | $87,160 | +25% in Washington |
| Registered Nurse | $133,940 | $102,710 | -23% in Washington |
| Accountant | $83,920 | $102,140 | +22% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $105,030 | $127,040 | +21% in Washington |
| Nurse Practitioner | $169,920 | $134,840 | -21% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,520 | $79,470 | -19% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is San Bernardino or Washington cheaper to live in?
San Bernardino and Washington cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in San Bernardino?
About $61,377 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, San Bernardino or Washington?
The typical household earns $72,707 in San Bernardino and $118,495 in Washington, 39% more in Washington.
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