salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Knoxville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$180
👥 People living there
185,783
195,185
Commute to work
18.5 min
20.2 min
College degree
36%
34.6%
Own their home
52.4%
46.6%
Below poverty line
19.1%
20.2%
Unemployment
5.4%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Knoxville for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $72,330 | $58,640 | -19% in Knoxville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $28,100 | +16% in Knoxville |
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $126,520 | -14% in Knoxville |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $121,750 | +14% in Knoxville |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,030 | $38,840 | -14% in Knoxville |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $56,780 | +11% in Knoxville |
| Physician Assistant | $121,600 | $107,980 | -11% in Knoxville |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $56,380 | +10% in Knoxville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga and Knoxville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Knoxville to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $60,725 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $58,281 in Knoxville, 19% more in Chattanooga.