salaryChattanooga is 16% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$113
👥 People living there
185,783
718,877
Commute to work
18.5 min
24.9 min
College degree
36%
56.5%
Own their home
52.4%
48.8%
Below poverty line
19.1%
11.2%
Unemployment
5.4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $101,970 | +99% in Denver |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $87,980 | +91% in Denver |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $39,650 | +64% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,460 | $99,040 | +49% in Denver |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $71,580 | +40% in Denver |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $142,330 | +38% in Denver |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $93,350 | $127,880 | +37% in Denver |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $113,760 | +36% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Denver cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $69,393 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Denver?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $102,153 in Denver, 32% more in Denver.