salaryTallahassee is 9% 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
$2,070
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$208
👥 People living there
280,136
201,875
Commute to work
23.9 min
19.1 min
College degree
47.7%
51.3%
Own their home
65%
40.6%
Below poverty line
7.9%
23.6%
Unemployment
3.6%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Tallahassee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,770 | $72,510 | -30% in Tallahassee |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $34,850 | -27% in Tallahassee |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $34,180 | -25% in Tallahassee |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $59,040 | -24% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $48,540 | -24% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $103,320 | -24% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $80,820 | $61,840 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,520 | $79,520 | -22% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Tallahassee is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,480 a month there versus $2,070 in Chandler.
What salary do I need in Tallahassee to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $54,543 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 88% more in Chandler.