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
$1,219
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$180
👥 People living there
201,885
195,185
Commute to work
19.6 min
20.2 min
College degree
26.6%
34.6%
Own their home
59.7%
46.6%
Below poverty line
15.8%
20.2%
Unemployment
3.4%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Knoxville for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $56,380 | -29% in Knoxville |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $96,320 | +27% in Knoxville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $28,100 | +24% in Knoxville |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $104,590 | +22% in Knoxville |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,560 | $36,520 | +20% in Knoxville |
| Physician Assistant | $132,990 | $107,980 | -19% in Knoxville |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $56,780 | +14% in Knoxville |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,620 | $85,730 | -12% in Knoxville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $60,489 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $58,281 in Knoxville, 22% more in Amarillo.