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
$1,458
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$180
👥 People living there
201,528
195,185
Commute to work
21.1 min
20.2 min
College degree
24.7%
34.6%
Own their home
50.8%
46.6%
Below poverty line
20.1%
20.2%
Unemployment
8.6%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Knoxville for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $28,100 | +53% in Knoxville |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $59,100 | +23% in Knoxville |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $56,780 | +16% in Knoxville |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $50,400 | -14% in Knoxville |
| Registered Nurse | $87,760 | $77,240 | -12% in Knoxville |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $59,860 | +9% in Knoxville |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,760 | $57,960 | -9% in Knoxville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $120,270 | $109,740 | -9% in Knoxville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $60,435 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $58,281 in Knoxville, 3% more in Augusta.