salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tallahassee to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$208
👥 People living there
189,247
201,875
Commute to work
22.2 min
19.1 min
College degree
23.6%
51.3%
Own their home
50.7%
40.6%
Below poverty line
23.3%
23.6%
Unemployment
7.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $77,360 | $54,090 | -30% in Tallahassee |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $55,020 | -30% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,040 | $72,510 | -28% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $48,540 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $46,870 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $60,210 | $46,470 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $78,540 | $61,840 | -21% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $103,320 | -18% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Akron and Tallahassee cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tallahassee to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $60,353 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 16% more in Tallahassee.