salaryVancouver 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
$2,226
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,132
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$93,295
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$843,400
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.0
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,491
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$105
👥 People living there
345,482
195,300
Commute to work
21.9 min
23.2 min
College degree
41.5%
32.3%
Own their home
48.9%
50.8%
Below poverty line
11.9%
10.2%
Unemployment
4.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Urban Honolulu for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Vancouver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Urban Honolulu | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,980 | $127,360 | +40% in Vancouver |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,990 | $85,350 | +35% in Vancouver |
| Software Developer | $120,230 | $156,000 | +30% in Vancouver |
| Lawyer | $120,870 | $155,330 | +29% in Vancouver |
| Dental Hygienist | $96,440 | $123,100 | +28% in Vancouver |
| Plumber | $81,120 | $101,010 | +25% in Vancouver |
| Accountant | $74,990 | $92,200 | +23% in Vancouver |
| Carpenter | $94,310 | $73,710 | -22% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Urban Honolulu or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Vancouver is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,894 a month there versus $2,226 in Urban Honolulu.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Urban Honolulu?
About $57,004 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Urban Honolulu or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $93,295 in Urban Honolulu and $87,723 in Vancouver, 6% more in Urban Honolulu.
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