salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in El Paso to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,246
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,088
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$64,435
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$184,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
89.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$3,760
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$113
👥 People living there
185,783
680,130
Commute to work
18.5 min
23.4 min
College degree
36%
28.1%
Own their home
52.4%
60.8%
Below poverty line
19.1%
18.4%
Unemployment
5.4%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick El Paso for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | El Paso | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $76,400 | +49% in El Paso |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $48,140 | -33% in El Paso |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $77,770 | -24% in El Paso |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,460 | $50,680 | -24% in El Paso |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,010 | $28,990 | -19% in El Paso |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $127,310 | +19% in El Paso |
| Civil Engineer | $95,630 | $79,090 | -17% in El Paso |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,030 | $37,640 | -16% in El Paso |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or El Paso cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga and El Paso cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in El Paso to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $58,982 a year gives the same standard of living in El Paso.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or El Paso?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $64,435 in El Paso, 8% more in Chattanooga.