Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 99.5 in Jacksonville, FL in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 9.4% more expensive than Jacksonville; housing rents differ by 38% (151.1 vs 109.8). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $68,525 buys in Jacksonville, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | Jacksonville | Washington vs Jacksonville |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 99.5 | +9.4% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 96.2 | +8.9% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 109.8 | +37.7% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 87.5 | +21.9% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 98.9 | +3.5% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 99.6 | +15.2% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in Jacksonville | $45,683 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in Jacksonville | $91,367 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in Jacksonville | $137,050 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.