salaryChattanooga is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Madison to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$120
👥 People living there
185,783
278,001
Commute to work
18.5 min
19.4 min
College degree
36%
59.9%
Own their home
52.4%
46%
Below poverty line
19.1%
16.4%
Unemployment
5.4%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $80,580 | +57% in Madison |
| Plumber | $58,720 | $85,160 | +45% in Madison |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $30,910 | +28% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $101,190 | +27% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $50,760 | $63,480 | +25% in Madison |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $63,150 | +24% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $126,620 | +23% in Madison |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $56,430 | +23% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Madison cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $63,820 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Madison?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $84,177 in Madison, 17% more in Madison.