salarySpokane is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,489
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,351
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$75,564
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$363,500
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,947
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$105
👥 People living there
230,293
195,300
Commute to work
20.6 min
23.2 min
College degree
33.9%
32.3%
Own their home
58.8%
50.8%
Below poverty line
13.8%
10.2%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Spokane for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Vancouver for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Spokane | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $72,800 | $101,010 | +39% in Vancouver |
| Electrician | $79,830 | $105,090 | +32% in Vancouver |
| Lawyer | $123,880 | $155,330 | +25% in Vancouver |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,180 | $127,360 | +22% in Vancouver |
| Market Research Analyst | $70,390 | $85,350 | +21% in Vancouver |
| Software Developer | $130,690 | $156,000 | +19% in Vancouver |
| Carpenter | $61,900 | $73,710 | +19% in Vancouver |
| Elementary School Teacher | $98,800 | $82,330 | -17% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Spokane or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Spokane is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,489 a month there versus $1,894 in Vancouver.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Spokane?
About $63,035 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Spokane or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $75,564 in Spokane and $87,723 in Vancouver, 14% more in Vancouver.