salaryChattanooga is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Milwaukee to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,537
$1,284
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,170
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$58,491
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$184,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$3,668
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$156
👥 People living there
185,783
566,973
Commute to work
18.5 min
22.4 min
College degree
36%
27.4%
Own their home
52.4%
41.8%
Below poverty line
19.1%
22.8%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Milwaukee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $82,090 | +60% in Milwaukee |
| Plumber | $58,720 | $84,700 | +44% in Milwaukee |
| Carpenter | $50,760 | $63,910 | +26% in Milwaukee |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $30,330 | +25% in Milwaukee |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $62,930 | +24% in Milwaukee |
| Medical Assistant | $40,160 | $49,590 | +23% in Milwaukee |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $97,360 | +22% in Milwaukee |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $125,490 | +22% in Milwaukee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Milwaukee cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,284 in Milwaukee.
What salary do I need in Milwaukee to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $63,590 a year gives the same standard of living in Milwaukee.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Milwaukee?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $58,491 in Milwaukee, 19% more in Chattanooga.