salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fayetteville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,530
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,235
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$62,992
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$188,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$1,915
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$190
👥 People living there
185,783
210,815
Commute to work
18.5 min
19.1 min
College degree
36%
29%
Own their home
52.4%
47.4%
Below poverty line
19.1%
17.7%
Unemployment
5.4%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Fayetteville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Fayetteville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $107,950 | -27% in Fayetteville |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,030 | $35,130 | -22% in Fayetteville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $29,520 | +22% in Fayetteville |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $57,690 | -20% in Fayetteville |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $36,820 | -20% in Fayetteville |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $122,900 | +15% in Fayetteville |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,460 | $57,730 | -13% in Fayetteville |
| Truck Driver | $57,440 | $49,980 | -13% in Fayetteville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Fayetteville cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga and Fayetteville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fayetteville to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $60,337 a year gives the same standard of living in Fayetteville.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Fayetteville?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $62,992 in Fayetteville, 10% more in Chattanooga.
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