salaryChattanooga is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Dallas to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,760
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,691
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$76,054
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$320,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$5,075
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$160
👥 People living there
185,783
1,307,930
Commute to work
18.5 min
25.7 min
College degree
36%
38.2%
Own their home
52.4%
42.4%
Below poverty line
19.1%
16.7%
Unemployment
5.4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Dallas for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Dallas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $92,910 | +81% in Dallas |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $64,900 | +41% in Dallas |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $93,350 | $122,520 | +31% in Dallas |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $101,420 | +27% in Dallas |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $133,290 | +25% in Dallas |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $101,870 | +22% in Dallas |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $59,010 | -18% in Dallas |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $59,560 | +17% in Dallas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Dallas cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,760 in Dallas.
What salary do I need in Dallas to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $67,627 a year gives the same standard of living in Dallas.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Dallas?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $76,054 in Dallas, 9% more in Dallas.