salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Knoxville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$180
👥 People living there
189,247
195,185
Commute to work
22.2 min
20.2 min
College degree
23.6%
34.6%
Own their home
50.7%
46.6%
Below poverty line
23.3%
20.2%
Unemployment
7.8%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Knoxville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $56,380 | -24% in Knoxville |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $58,640 | -24% in Knoxville |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $47,160 | -23% in Knoxville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $28,100 | -22% in Knoxville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $61,980 | -21% in Knoxville |
| Physician Assistant | $130,980 | $107,980 | -18% in Knoxville |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $50,400 | -17% in Knoxville |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $121,750 | +15% in Knoxville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Akron and Knoxville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Knoxville to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,485 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $58,281 in Knoxville, 11% more in Knoxville.