salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$167
👥 People living there
185,783
631,818
Commute to work
18.5 min
22.5 min
College degree
36%
33.8%
Own their home
52.4%
60.7%
Below poverty line
19.1%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $58,720 | $74,680 | +27% in Louisville |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $30,180 | +25% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,830 | $46,830 | +24% in Louisville |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $63,220 | +23% in Louisville |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $58,930 | +16% in Louisville |
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $124,530 | -16% in Louisville |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $62,440 | -14% in Louisville |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $89,140 | -13% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $61,056 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Louisville?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $72,097 in Louisville, 3% more in Louisville.
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