salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,458
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$208
👥 People living there
201,528
201,875
Commute to work
21.1 min
19.1 min
College degree
24.7%
51.3%
Own their home
50.8%
40.6%
Below poverty line
20.1%
23.6%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $34,850 | +90% in Tallahassee |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $46,870 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $76,710 | $61,840 | -19% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $103,320 | -17% in Tallahassee |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $67,200 | +15% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $72,510 | -14% in Tallahassee |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | $55,020 | -13% in Tallahassee |
| Civil Engineer | $103,010 | $90,840 | -12% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Augusta and Tallahassee cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tallahassee to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $61,316 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 3% more in Tallahassee.