salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chattanooga to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,537
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$69,588
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$283,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,265
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$139
👥 People living there
189,247
185,783
Commute to work
22.2 min
18.5 min
College degree
23.6%
36%
Own their home
50.7%
52.4%
Below poverty line
23.3%
19.1%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Chattanooga for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Chattanooga | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $24,240 | -33% in Chattanooga |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $51,330 | -31% in Chattanooga |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $46,060 | -25% in Chattanooga |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $59,830 | -24% in Chattanooga |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $147,640 | +17% in Chattanooga |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $50,760 | -17% in Chattanooga |
| HVAC Technician | $61,090 | $50,950 | -17% in Chattanooga |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,090 | $116,480 | -8% in Chattanooga |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Chattanooga cheaper to live in?
Akron and Chattanooga cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Chattanooga to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $58,775 a year gives the same standard of living in Chattanooga.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Chattanooga?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $69,588 in Chattanooga, 25% more in Chattanooga.