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
$1,401
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$208
👥 People living there
562,218
201,875
Commute to work
22.4 min
19.1 min
College degree
39.2%
51.3%
Own their home
61.8%
40.6%
Below poverty line
15.5%
23.6%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $55,020 | -27% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,220 | $72,510 | -26% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $48,540 | -24% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $79,880 | $61,840 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Carpenter | $60,080 | $46,870 | -22% in Tallahassee |
| Registered Nurse | $96,040 | $79,430 | -17% in Tallahassee |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,900 | $79,520 | -17% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $55,840 | $46,470 | -17% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque?
About $58,978 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 19% more in Albuquerque.
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