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
$1,458
$1,537
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$69,588
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$283,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
91.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,265
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$139
👥 People living there
201,528
185,783
Commute to work
21.1 min
18.5 min
College degree
24.7%
36%
Own their home
50.8%
52.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
19.1%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Chattanooga for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Chattanooga | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $24,240 | +32% in Chattanooga |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $72,330 | +21% in Chattanooga |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $57,440 | +20% in Chattanooga |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $147,640 | +19% in Chattanooga |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $50,760 | -14% in Chattanooga |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,570 | $45,030 | +14% in Chattanooga |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $51,330 | -12% in Chattanooga |
| Software Developer | $119,780 | $106,750 | -11% in Chattanooga |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Chattanooga cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $59,713 a year gives the same standard of living in Chattanooga.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Chattanooga?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $69,588 in Chattanooga, 14% more in Chattanooga.