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
$1,291
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$208
👥 People living there
198,173
201,875
Commute to work
20.8 min
19.1 min
College degree
31.1%
51.3%
Own their home
45.5%
40.6%
Below poverty line
24.7%
23.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham 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 | Birmingham | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $103,320 | -39% in Tallahassee |
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $79,520 | +29% in Tallahassee |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,470 | $72,510 | -27% in Tallahassee |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,670 | $34,850 | +26% in Tallahassee |
| Operations Manager | $123,560 | $95,250 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $78,660 | $61,840 | -21% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $48,540 | -19% in Tallahassee |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $125,410 | +19% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $61,489 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 20% more in Tallahassee.
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