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
$1,219
$1,537
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$69,588
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$283,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,265
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$139
👥 People living there
201,885
185,783
Commute to work
19.6 min
18.5 min
College degree
26.6%
36%
Own their home
59.7%
52.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
19.1%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Chattanooga for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Chattanooga | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $51,330 | -35% in Chattanooga |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $72,330 | +33% in Chattanooga |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $95,630 | +26% in Chattanooga |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $102,920 | +20% in Chattanooga |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $36,010 | +18% in Chattanooga |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,990 | $45,030 | +15% in Chattanooga |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $147,640 | +13% in Chattanooga |
| Physician Assistant | $132,990 | $121,600 | -9% in Chattanooga |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Chattanooga cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $59,767 a year gives the same standard of living in Chattanooga.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Chattanooga?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $69,588 in Chattanooga, 2% more in Amarillo.