salaryTallahassee is 14% cheaperBased 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
$2,666
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$208
👥 People living there
236,254
201,875
Commute to work
26.2 min
19.1 min
College degree
77.1%
51.3%
Own their home
41.3%
40.6%
Below poverty line
7.4%
23.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $103,320 | -47% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $72,510 | -43% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $61,840 | -39% in Tallahassee |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $95,250 | -39% in Tallahassee |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $79,520 | -33% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $48,540 | -32% in Tallahassee |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $55,020 | -31% in Tallahassee |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $54,090 | -29% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Tallahassee is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,480 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Tallahassee to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $51,754 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 148% more in Arlington.